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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Roubaix is to bus which costs €23 - €40 and takes 6h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Roubaix is to drive which takes 3h 16m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Roubaix?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Roubaix. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Roubaix Place via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Lille Europe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 54m.

How far is it from Essen to Roubaix?

The distance between Essen and Roubaix is 419 km. The road distance is 311.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Roubaix without a car is to train via Lille Europe which takes 4h 54m and costs €100 - €210.

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

It takes approximately 4h 54m to get from Essen to Roubaix, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Roubaix train from?

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

Train or bus from Essen to Roubaix?

The best way to get from Essen to Roubaix is to train via Lille Europe which takes 4h 54m and costs €100 - €210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €23 - €40 and takes 6h 33m.

Where does the Essen to Roubaix train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essen to Roubaix?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Roubaix is 311 km. It takes approximately 3h 16m to drive from Essen to Roubaix.

Where can I stay near Roubaix?

There are 2141+ hotels available in Roubaix.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Essen to Roubaix by train (Eurostar, TGV), bus, car, train (Eurostar), 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 Lille Europe
best
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain Thalys
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Lille Europetrain Tgv
4h 54m
€100–206
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Brussels-North train stationbus 081 / ...
2. Take the bus from Brussels-North train station to Lillebus N803 / ...
6h 33m
€23–38
Drive 311.4 km
1. Drive from Essen to Roubaixcar 311.4 km
3h 16m
€48–69
Train
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Bruxelles Miditrain Tha
2. Take the train from Bruxelles-Midi to Mouscrontrain Ic / ...
5h 31m
€83–159
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 Roubaixtrain Ic
7h 21m

Essen to Roubaix by train and subway

14Weekly Services

4h 54mAverage Duration

€100Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Essen to Roubaix.

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Distance: 419.3 km
Duration: 4h 54m

What companies run services between Essen, Germany and Roubaix, France?

You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Roubaix Place via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, Lille Europe, and Lille Europe in around 4h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Essen central train station to Charles De Gaulle via Brussels-North train station, Lille, and Lille Europe in around 6h 33m.

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