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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Duffel is to bus which costs €17 - €35 and takes 4h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Duffel is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Duffel?

No, there is no direct bus from Essen station to Duffel. However, there are services departing from Essen - Bus Station and arriving at Duffel Leopoldstraat via Berchem Station perron 11. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Duffel?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Duffel. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Duffel via Koeln Hbf and Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.

How far is it from Essen to Duffel?

The distance between Essen and Duffel is 335 km. The road distance is 197.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Duffel without a car is to train via Cologne which takes 4h 52m and costs €60 - €190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 52m to get from Essen to Duffel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Duffel bus from?

Essen to Duffel bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Essen - Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Essen to Duffel train from?

Essen to Duffel train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Essen Hbf station.

Train or bus from Essen to Duffel?

The best way to get from Essen to Duffel is to train via Cologne which takes 4h 52m and costs €60 - €190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €17 - €35 and takes 4h 53m.

Where does the Essen to Duffel bus arrive?

Essen to Duffel bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Antwerp - Berchem station.

Where does the Essen to Duffel train arrive?

Essen to Duffel train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Köln Hbf station.

Can I drive from Essen to Duffel?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Duffel is 197 km. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Essen to Duffel.

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

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Where can I stay near Duffel?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Essen to Duffel 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 via Cologne
best
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Köln Hbftrain 43 / ...
2. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain
3. Take the train from Bruxelles-Midi to Duffeltrain S1 / ...
4h 52m
€60–190
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Essen - Bus Station to Antwerp - Berchembus BlaBlaCar Bus
4h 53m
€18–32
Drive 197.1 km
1. Drive from Essen to Duffelcar 197.1 km
2h 13m
€31–45
Bus via Antwerp Rooseveltplaats
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Antwerp Rooseveltplaatsbus 380
6h 20m
€23–34
Train
1. Take the train from Oberhausen Hbf to Antwerpen-Centraaltrain European Sleeper
6h 41m
€50–106

Essen to Duffel by train

98Weekly Trains

4h 52mAverage Duration

€60Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 334.7 km
Duration: 4h 52m

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

You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Duffel via Koeln Hbf and Bruxelles-Midi in around 4h 52m. Alternatively, BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Essen - Bus Station to Antwerp - Berchem once daily. Tickets cost €16–29 and the journey takes 3h 55m. FlixBus also services this route once daily.

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