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

The cheapest way to get from Waregem to Essen is to bus which costs €28 - €50 and takes 6h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Waregem to Essen is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct train between Waregem and Essen?

No, there is no direct train from Waregem to Essen. However, there are services departing from Waregem and arriving at Essen Hbf via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Köln Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.

How far is it from Waregem to Essen?

The distance between Waregem and Essen is 383 km. The road distance is 280.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Waregem to Essen without a car is to train via Cologne which takes 4h 28m and costs €50 - €180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 28m to get from Waregem to Essen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Waregem to Essen train from?

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

Train or bus from Waregem to Essen?

The best way to get from Waregem to Essen is to train via Cologne which takes 4h 28m and costs €50 - €180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €28 - €50 and takes 6h 47m.

Where does the Waregem to Essen train arrive?

Waregem to Essen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Bruxelles-Midi station.

Can I drive from Waregem to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Waregem to Essen is 281 km. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Waregem to Essen.

Where can I stay near Essen?

There are 2593+ hotels available in Essen.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Waregem to Essen by train (Eurostar), bus, or car

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 Waregem to Bruxelles-Miditrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Koeln Hbftrain Ice
3. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Essen Hbftrain 43 / ...
4h 28m
€54–178
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ghent Dampoort to Essen central train stationbus N1360b
6h 47m
€28–47
Drive 280.8 km
1. Drive from Waregem to Essencar 280.8 km
2h 54m
€44–63
Train
1. Take the train from Waregem to Bruxelles-Miditrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Essen Hbftrain Thalys
4h 42m
€64–133
Train #2
1. Take the train from Waregem to Bruxelles-Miditrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Bruxelles Midi to Essen Hbftrain Tha
4h 42m
€64–133

Waregem to Essen by train

98Weekly Trains

4h 28mAverage Duration

€54Cheapest Price

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Distance: 382.6 km
Duration: 4h 28m

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

You can take a train from Waregem to Essen Hbf via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Köln Hbf in around 4h 28m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Ghent Dampoort to Essen central train station once daily. Tickets cost €21–40 and the journey takes 5h 15m.

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