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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Brussels is to rideshare which costs €11 - €20 and takes 2h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Brussels is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Brussels?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Essen central train station station and arriving at Brussels-North train station station. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Brussels?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Bruxelles Midi. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 54m.

How far is it from Essen to Brussels?

The distance between Essen and Brussels is 296 km. The road distance is 232.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Brussels without a car is to train which takes 2h 54m and costs €45 - €160.

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

The train from Essen Hbf to Bruxelles Midi takes 2h 54m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Essen to Brussels bus from?

Essen to Brussels bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Essen central train station.

Where do I catch the Essen to Brussels train from?

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

Train or bus from Essen to Brussels?

The best way to get from Essen to Brussels is to train which takes 2h 54m and costs €45 - €160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €18 - €55 and takes 3h 40m.

Where does the Essen to Brussels bus arrive?

Essen to Brussels bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Brussels-North train station.

Where does the Essen to Brussels train arrive?

Essen to Brussels train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Bruxelles Midi station.

Can I drive from Essen to Brussels?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Brussels is 233 km. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Essen to Brussels.

How do I get a train ticket from Essen to Brussels?

Book your Essen to Brussels train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Essen to Brussels?

Book your Essen to Brussels bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Brussels?

There are 1754+ hotels available in Brussels.

Can I share a ride from Essen to Brussels?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Essen and Brussels. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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

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

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

Train (Eurostar)
best
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Bruxelles Miditrain Tha
2h 54m
€45–160
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Essen to Brusselsrideshare 232.2 km
2h 46m
€11–20
Bus
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Brussels-North train stationbus 081 / ...
3h 40m
€18–55
Train via Cologne
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Köln Hbftrain 43 / ...
2. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Brussels-Nordtrain 79
3h 33m
€45–148
Drive 232.5 km
1. Drive from Essen to Brusselscar 232.5 km
2h 22m
€36–52

Essen to Brussels by train (Eurostar)

12Weekly Trains

2h 54mAverage Duration

€45Cheapest Price

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Distance: 295.6 km
Duration: 2h 54m

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

Eurostar operates a train from Essen Hbf to Bruxelles Midi twice daily. Tickets cost €45–160 and the journey takes 2h 54m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Essen central train station to Brussels-North train station every 4 hours. Tickets cost €18–55 and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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