Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Ghent to Essen on 12 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn	Train	07:25	Ghent Train Station	3h 51m	11:16	Essen Central Train Station	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	07:25	Ghent Train Station	3h 51m	11:16	Essen Central Train Station	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	09:03	Ghent Train Station	4h 46m	13:49	Essen Central Train Station	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn	Train	09:03	Ghent Train Station	4h 46m	13:49	Essen Central Train Station	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	13:25	Ghent Train Station	4h 25m	17:50	Essen Central Train Station	No tags

Compare 3 ways to travel from Ghent to Essen

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 5 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just R 808, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

5h 15mAverage duration

233 kmDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 808 - R 808	Average duration5h 15m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 268 - R 2 157	Average duration5h 19m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 500 - R 500	Average duration2h 50m	CO₂ emissions 63kg CO₂e