Brussels to Essen

Brussels to Essen

Brussels
Essen
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Brussels to Essen Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Bus
FlixBus
Standard
01:20
07:10
$30.35
Bus
Blablacar Bus
Standard AC
03:15
08:40
$28.65
Bus
Blablacar Bus
Standard AC
14:00
08:40
$57.30
Bus
Blablacar Bus
Standard AC
14:10
19:45
$15.98
Bus
FlixBus
Standard
15:55
21:25
$18.23
Train
Eurostar
Eurostar Standard
17:25
20:08
$133.44
Train
Eurostar
Eurostar Plus
17:25
20:08
$138.08
Train
Eurostar
Eurostar Premier
17:25
20:08
$126.48
Train
Eurostar
Eurostar Standard
19:25
22:15
$91.67
Train
Eurostar
Eurostar Plus
19:25
22:15
$114.88
Train
Eurostar
Eurostar Premier
19:25
22:15
$138.08

How to get from Brussels to Essen

When you want to get from Brussels to Essen, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Train

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Flight ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A flight ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 636.65. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 21.41.

How far is Brussels from Essen?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Brussels to Essen. Your trip will be a total of 147 miles (235 km). The flying distance is 189 miles (304 km).

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

The travel time from Brussels to Essen can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 3 to 26 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Brussels to Essen?

The cost of the trip from Brussels to Essen varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Blablacar Bus: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 21.41 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a flight - a one-way flight ticket can cost as much as USD 636.65.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Brussels to Essen:

  • Bus tickets - USD 20.89 to USD 29.01;
  • Train tickets - USD 88.19 to USD 147.37;
  • flight price: USD 345.79 - USD 637.04. From Brussels to Essen starting from 06:15 Brussels Airport until 20:45 Brussels Airport

How many trips per day are there between Brussels and Essen?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • 21 by flight from Brussels to Essen starting from 06:15 Brussels Airport until 20:45 Brussels Airport
  • Buses start plying the route from 03:15 - you can also take a bus as late as 14:10. There are 2 available bus trips every day.
  • Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 2 trains per day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Brussels to Essen is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Trains

Things to remember while choosing a train ticket:
Consider everything carefully while choosing the class of your train travel. In most cases, the second class is comfortable enough – it features 2 or 4 berths in each compartment and is often air-conditioned.

If you’re in for a premium experience, consider getting a first class ticket. The price of first class tickets may include Wifi, and a choice of snacks and drinks..

The most popular transport from Brussels to Essen

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Brussels to Essen? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 100% decided to go for a bus.

Transportation from Brussels to Essen

Facts about the transport from Brussels to Essen

Cheapest Transport$21
Fastest Transport2h 30m
Earliest Departure3:15 AM
Latest Departure8:45 PM
Departures per day25
Distance235 kilometers
Transport CompaniesBlablacar Bus, Brussels Airlines, Eurostar, Eurowings, KLM, Lufthansa