How much does a cheap train ticket from Essen to Brussels cost?

The average train ticket price from Essen to Brussels is $131. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Essen to Brussels is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the trip from Essen to Brussels?

A train trip between Essen and Brussels is around 4h 11m, although the fastest train will take about 2h 57m. This is the time it takes to travel the 198 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Essen and Brussels?

The number of trains from Essen to Brussels can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 15. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Essen to Brussels by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Essen to Brussels?

Trains travelling between Essen and Brussels leave from HBF or Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit and arrive at Brux-Nord, Brussels South (Gare du Midi), Bruxelles / Brussels Central.

Train Essen to Brussels from $69

Next departures

Next departures for Essen to Brussels on November 22
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	6:03pm	HBF	4h 27m	10:30pm	Brussels North Train Station	Cheapest
Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn + InterCity	6:21pm	Essen Central Train Station	3h 21m	9:42pm	Brussels Central Train Station	Fastest
Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	6:09pm	Essen Central Train Station	3h 40m	9:49pm	Schaarbeek	No tags
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity + EuroCity Train	6:56pm	Essen Central Train Station	5h 16m	12:12am	Brussels Central Train Station	No tags
Regional-Express + S-Bahn + InterCity	7:09pm	Essen Central Train Station	5h 13m	12:22am	Brussels Central Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Essen to Brussels on November 23
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	2:03pm	HBF	4h 42m	6:45pm	Brussels North Train Station	Cheapest
Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn + InterCity	12:21pm	Essen Central Train Station	3h 21m	3:42pm	Brussels Central Train Station	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	6:03pm	HBF	4h 27m	10:30pm	Brussels North Train Station	No tags
Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	6:09am	Essen Central Train Station	3h 40m	9:49am	Schaarbeek	No tags
Regionalbahn + Regional-Express + InterCity	6:16am	Essen Central Train Station	4h 39m	10:55am	Brussels Central Train Station	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Essen to Brussels

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Brussels. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6carpool per day

2h 30mAverage Duration

198 kmDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$26 - $123	Average Duration5h 25m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$69 - $259	Average Duration4h 11m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$15 - $39	Average Duration2h 30m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Essen and Brussels?

Essen

A
HBF
Am Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
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Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Freiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
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Brussels

A
Brux-Nord
Boulevard Simon Bolivar 7, 1030 Schaerbeek, Belgium
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B
Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
Rue de France 85, 1060 Saint-Gilles, Belgium
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Bruxelles / Brussels Central
Brussel-Centraal, Carrefour de l'Europe, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgium

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen to Brussels by train

How much does a cheap train ticket from Essen to Brussels cost?
The average train ticket price from Essen to Brussels is $131. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Essen to Brussels is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the trip from Essen to Brussels?
A train trip between Essen and Brussels is around 4h 11m, although the fastest train will take about 2h 57m. This is the time it takes to travel the 198 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily trains are there between Essen and Brussels?
The number of trains from Essen to Brussels can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 15. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Essen to Brussels by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Essen to Brussels?
Trains travelling between Essen and Brussels leave from HBF or Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit and arrive at Brux-Nord, Brussels South (Gare du Midi), Bruxelles / Brussels Central.