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 €18 - €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 5h 7m.

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

The distance between Sint-Niklaas and Essen Hbf is 227 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 bus which takes 5h 2m and costs €18 - €55.

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

It takes approximately 5h 2m 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 Anvers-Berchem station.

Train or bus from Sint-Niklaas to Essen Hbf?

The best way to get from Sint-Niklaas to Essen Hbf is to bus which takes 5h 2m and costs €18 - €55. Alternatively, you can train via Cologne, which costs €55 - €120 and takes 5h 7m.

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

Essen Hbf is 1h behind Sint-Niklaas. It is currently 7:26 AM in Sint-Niklaas and 6:26 AM 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 Brussels-Nord 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.

Where can I stay near Essen Hbf?

There are 2556+ hotels available in Essen Hbf.

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 bus, train, car, plane, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Antwerp to Essen central train stationN1387
5h 2m
€19–50
Train via Cologne
1. Take the train from Anvers-Berchem to Brussels-NordEc / ...
2. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to Koeln HbfIce / ...
3. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Essen Hbf10 / ...
5h 7m
€56–112
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
4h 11m
€135–437
Train (Eurostar)
1. Take the train from Bruxelles Midi to Essen HbfTha
5h 20m
€53–151
Train #2 (Eurostar)
1. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Essen HbfThalys
5h 27m
€53–151

Sint-Niklaas to Essen Hbf by train, foot, and bus

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5h 2mAverage Duration

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Distance: 226.9 km
Duration: 5h 2m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Antwerp to Essen central train station once daily. Tickets cost €15–45 and the journey takes 3h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Saint-Nicolas to Essen Hbf via Anvers-Berchem, Brussels-Nord, and Köln Hbf in around 5h 7m.

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