What is the cheapest way to get from Sint-Niklaas to Essen Hbf?

The cheapest way to get from Sint-Niklaas to Essen Hbf is to bus which costs €19 - €55 and takes 5h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sint-Niklaas to Essen Hbf?

The fastest way to get from Sint-Niklaas to Essen Hbf is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct train between Sint-Niklaas and Essen Hbf?

No, there is no direct train from Sint-Niklaas to Essen Hbf. However, there are services departing from Saint-Nicolas and arriving at Essen Hbf via Anvers-Berchem, Brussels-Nord and Köln Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 37m.

How far is it from Sint-Niklaas to Essen Hbf?

The distance between Sint-Niklaas and Essen Hbf is 363 km. The road distance is 220.4 km.

How do I travel from Sint-Niklaas to Essen Hbf without a car?

The best way to get from Sint-Niklaas to Essen Hbf without a car is to train which takes 4h 37m and costs €55 - €170.

How long does it take to get from Sint-Niklaas to Essen Hbf?

It takes approximately 4h 37m to get from Sint-Niklaas to Essen Hbf, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sint-Niklaas to Essen Hbf train from?

Sint-Niklaas to Essen Hbf train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Saint-Nicolas station.

Train or bus from Sint-Niklaas to Essen Hbf?

The best way to get from Sint-Niklaas to Essen Hbf is to train which takes 4h 37m and costs €55 - €170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €19 - €55 and takes 5h 2m.

What is the time difference between Sint-Niklaas and Essen Hbf?

Essen Hbf is 1h behind Sint-Niklaas. It is currently 4:47 PM in Sint-Niklaas and 3:47 PM in Essen Hbf.

Where does the Sint-Niklaas to Essen Hbf train arrive?

Sint-Niklaas to Essen Hbf train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Louvain station.

Can I drive from Sint-Niklaas to Essen Hbf?

Yes, the driving distance between Sint-Niklaas to Essen Hbf is 220 km. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Sint-Niklaas to Essen Hbf.

How do I get a train ticket from Sint-Niklaas to Essen Hbf?

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Where can I stay near Essen Hbf?

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Sint-Niklaas to Essen Hbf - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Sint-Niklaas to Essen Hbf by train (Eurostar), bus, car, train, or plane

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 Anvers-Berchem to Brussels-NordIc / ...
2. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to Koeln HbfIce
3. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Essen Hbf43 / ...
4h 37m
€55–164
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Antwerp to Essen central train stationN1387
5h 2m
€20–50
Drive 220.4 km
1. Drive from Sint-Niklaas to Essen Hbf220.4 km
2h 21m
€34–49
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Antwerpen-Centraal to Schiphol Airport
2. Fly from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)AMS - DUS
3h 59m
€136–437
Train via Liège
1. Take the train from Saint-Nicolas to LouvainL / ...
2. Take the train from Louvain to Liège-GuilleminsIc / ...
3. Take the train from Liege-Guillemins to Aachen HbfIce / ...
4. Take the train from Aachen Hbf to Essen HbfRe
4h 37m
€48–216
Train #2 (Eurostar)
1. Take the train from Bruxelles Midi to Essen HbfTha
5h 25m
€63–131

Sint-Niklaas to Essen Hbf by train

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4h 37mAverage Duration

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Distance: 363.3 km
Duration: 4h 37m

What companies run services between Sint-Niklaas, Belgium and Essen Hbf, Germany?

You can take a train from Saint-Nicolas to Essen Hbf via Anvers-Berchem, Brussels-Nord, and Köln Hbf in around 4h 37m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Antwerp to Essen central train station 5 times a week. Tickets cost €16–45 and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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