Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Essen to Brussels on 11 June
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	20:37	Essen Central Train Station	2h 59m	23:36	Brussels Central Train Station
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	20:37	Essen Central Train Station	3h 12m	23:49	Schaarbeek
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn	Train	20:37	Essen Central Train Station	3h 10m	23:47	Brussels Central Train Station
	Train	12:45	Essen Central Train Station	4h 25m	17:10	Schaarbeek
	Train	18:45	Essen Central Train Station	4h 13m	22:58	Brussels Central Train Station

Compare 2 ways to travel from Essen to Brussels

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Brussels. The journey takes about 5 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just £14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

5h 25mAverage duration

123 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£14 - £59	Average duration5h 25m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£101 - £143	Average duration3h 9m	CO₂ emissions 5kg 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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B
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Freiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
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Brussels

A
Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
Rue de France 85, 1060 Saint-Gilles, Belgium
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B
Bruxelles / Brussels Central
Brussel-Centraal, Carrefour de l'Europe, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgium