Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Essen to Brussels on 16 October
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	12:45	Essen Central Train Station	4h 29m	17:14	Schaarbeek
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	12:45	Essen Central Train Station	4h 13m	16:58	Brussels Central Train Station
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	18:45	Essen Central Train Station	4h 13m	22:58	Brussels Central Train Station
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	18:45	Essen Central Train Station	4h 21m	23:06	Schaarbeek
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	19:16	Essen Central Train Station	5h 6m	00:22	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 R 289, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

5h 25mAverage duration

195 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 289 - R 1 325	Average duration5h 25m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 222 - R 3 169	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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Bruxelles / Brussels Central
Brussel-Centraal, Carrefour de l'Europe, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgium