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

The cheapest way to get from Genk to Essen is to line 45 bus and bus which costs €13 - €21 and takes 4h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Genk to Essen is to drive which takes 1h 32m and costs €21 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Genk and Essen?

No, there is no direct bus from Genk to Essen station. However, there are services departing from Genk Shopping Center perron 4 and arriving at Essen central train station via Maastricht. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Genk and Essen?

No, there is no direct train from Genk to Essen. However, there are services departing from Genk and arriving at Essen Hbf via Landen, Liege-Guillemins and Köln Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

How far is it from Genk to Essen?

The distance between Genk and Essen is 170 km. The road distance is 139.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Genk to Essen without a car is to line 45 bus and train which takes 4h 13m and costs €26 - €110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 13m to get from Genk to Essen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Genk to Essen bus from?

Genk to Essen bus services, operated by De Lijn, depart from Genk Shopping Center perron 4 station.

Where do I catch the Genk to Essen train from?

Genk to Essen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Genk station.

Train or bus from Genk to Essen?

The best way to get from Genk to Essen is to line 45 bus and bus which takes 4h 14m and costs €13 - €21. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €35 - €200 and takes 4h 40m.

Where does the Genk to Essen bus arrive?

Genk to Essen bus services, operated by De Lijn, arrive at Maastricht Station perron D.

Where does the Genk to Essen train arrive?

Genk to Essen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Landen station.

Can I drive from Genk to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Genk to Essen is 140 km. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from Genk to Essen.

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

Book your Genk to Essen train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Essen?

There are 2776+ hotels available in Essen.

Genk to Essen - 4 ways to travel via train, line 45 bus, bus, and car

How to get fromGenk to Essen

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 4 ways to get from Genk to Essen by bus, train, car, or train (Eurostar)

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

Line 45 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Genk Shopping Center perron 4 to Maastricht Station perron Dbus 45
2. Take the train from Herzogenrath, Bf to Essen Hbftrain Rb33
4h 13m
€26–105
Line 45 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Genk Shopping Center perron 4 to Maastricht Station perron Dbus 45
2. Take the bus from Maastricht to Essen central train stationbus 181 / ...
4h 14m
€13–21
Drive 139.6 km
1. Drive from Genk to Essencar 139.6 km
1h 32m
€22–31
Train
1. Take the train from Genk to Landentrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Landen to Liège-Guilleminstrain S44 / ...
3. Take the train from Liege-Guillemins to Koeln Hbftrain Ice / ...
4. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Essen Hbftrain 10 / ...
4h 40m
€39–194

Genk to Essen by bus and train

120Weekly Services

4h 13mAverage Duration

€26Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Launch map view

Distance: 170.1 km
Duration: 4h 13m

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

You can take a bus from Genk Shopping Center perron 4 to Essen central train station via Maastricht Station perron D and Maastricht in around 4h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Genk to Essen Hbf via Landen, Liege-Guillemins, and Köln Hbf in around 4h 40m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around Germany

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.