What is the cheapest way to get from Essen to Bredene?

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Bredene is to bus which costs €26 - €65 and takes 6h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Essen to Bredene?

The fastest way to get from Essen to Bredene is to drive which takes 3h 13m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Bredene?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Bredene. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Bredene Duinenplein via Bruxelles-Midi and Oostende Station tramperron 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.

How far is it from Essen to Bredene?

The distance between Essen and Bredene is 421 km. The road distance is 314.4 km.

How do I travel from Essen to Bredene without a car?

The best way to get from Essen to Bredene without a car is to train which takes 4h 45m and costs €75 - €170.

How long does it take to get from Essen to Bredene?

It takes approximately 4h 45m to get from Essen to Bredene, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Bredene train from?

Essen to Bredene train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Essen Hbf station.

Train or bus from Essen to Bredene?

The best way to get from Essen to Bredene is to train which takes 4h 45m and costs €75 - €170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €26 - €65 and takes 6h 40m.

Where does the Essen to Bredene train arrive?

Essen to Bredene train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi station.

Can I drive from Essen to Bredene?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Bredene is 314 km. It takes approximately 3h 13m to drive from Essen to Bredene.

Where can I stay near Bredene?

There are 5090+ hotels available in Bredene.

Essen to Bredene - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Essen to Bredene by train (Eurostar), bus, car, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain Thalys
2. Take the train from Bruxelles-Midi to Ostendetrain Ic / ...
4h 45m
€76–166
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Brugesbus N1360b
6h 40m
€26–65
Drive 314.4 km
1. Drive from Essen to Bredenecar 314.4 km
3h 13m
€48–69
Train via Bredene Centrumplein
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Bruxelles Miditrain Tha
2. Take the train from Bruxelles-Midi to Ostendetrain Ic / ...
4h 47m
€76–166
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Essen to Eindhovenbus
2. Take the bus from Eindhoven to Antwerpbus
3. Take the train from Anvers-Central to Ostendetrain Ic
7h 20m

Essen to Bredene by train and tram

14Weekly Services

4h 45mAverage Duration

€76Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Essen to Bredene.

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Distance: 421.4 km
Duration: 4h 45m

What companies run services between Essen, Germany and Bredene, Belgium?

You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Bredene Duinenplein via Bruxelles-Midi, Ostende, and Oostende Station tramperron 3 in around 4h 45m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Essen central train station to Bruges once daily. Tickets cost €19–40 and the journey takes 5h 50m.

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