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Train timetable info Brussels-Essen

Travel by train from Brussels to Essen. 3 trains run each day: choose between the first train departing Brussels at 9h 25m and the last at 17h 25m, allowing you to cover the 223.22 km distance in as little as 3h 53m.

Number routes per day

Average route time

4h 02m

Shortest route time

3h 53m

First hour of departure

9h 25m

Last hour of departure

17h 25m

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

To take advantage of the best fares, plan ahead and purchase your train ticket early. Get a great deal by choosing the date and time of departure that offer the most advantageous fares. To be notified of the best offers, you can create an alert in the "Low Prices" section.

How long does a journey on a train from Brussels to Essen take?

The Brussels to Essen journey lasts approximately 4h 02m.

How long does the fastest train take to travel from Brussels to Essen?

The fastest train between Brussels and Essen completes the journey in 3h 53m.

How many trains run from Brussels to Essen each day?

Each day, 3 trains depart from Brussels to Essen.

Are there direct trains or connecting trains between Brussels and Essen?

Between Brussels and Essen, the service may be a Connecting train(s).

What is the distance between Brussels and Essen by train?

By train, about 223.22 km separate Essen from Brussels.

What time is the first train from Brussels to Essen?

If you’re an early riser, you can take the Brussels to Essen train at 9h 25m.

What time is the last train from Brussels to Essen?

The last train leaves Brussels at 17h 25m.

To leave Brussels, which station(s) can I depart from?

The trains listed on this page depart from: BRUXELLES-MIDI / BRUSSEL-ZUID.

At Essen, which station(s) will I arrive at?

The trains listed on this page arrive at: ESSEN HBF.

Which train companies operate trains from Brussels to Essen?

For your journey from Brussels to Essen, you can travel with Eurostar, Deutsche Bahn (DB).

What services are offered on board?

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How to buy a cheap train ticket from Brussels to Essen?

The price of a Brussels – Essen train ticket depends on several factors, such as the rail operator, the travel class, when you buy your ticket, the date and time of departure, and the stations you choose for departure and arrival. However, you can still save money on your train ticket from Brussels to Essen thanks to promotions or discounts: SNCF cards, national or regional subscriptions, and youth or senior fares. Find out how to buy a cheap train ticket from Brussels to Essen.

Price of a Brussels – Essen Train Ticket

For a cheap train ticket from Brussels to Essen, we recommend exploring the many options available on SNCF Connect: SNCF cards and subscriptions (Cartes Avantage, Carte Liberté, weekly or monthly subscriptions, MAX subscriptions), Prem's tickets, (TGV INOUI, INTERCITÉS), & Interrail Pass.
Some discounts only apply when you book a return journey from Brussels to Essen with your discount card or subscription.
Depending on the rail operator, you can also choose between different travel classes to go from Brussels to Essen at the best price.

Promotional Fare for Brussels – Essen

Looking for a promotion on your train ticket from Brussels to Essen? Keep an eye out all year round. The latest deals and flash sales are listed on our dedicated SNCF Connect Promotions page. Feel free to subscribe to our newsletter in your customer account to stay informed about upcoming offers and enjoy our low prices. If you have the app, remember to enable notifications, as well.

Last-minute Brussels – Essen Train

Booking your ticket in advance, for example, during the sales events, is a great way to pay less for your journey from Brussels to Essen. For last-minute train tickets from Brussels to Essen, run a search on our website to see the lowest prices available for the five to seven days following your intended departure date. Depending on the dates and the rail operator, you can also select the option to reserve your seats at the current fare, hold that price for a certain period, and pay for your tickets at that rate before the option expires.

Direct train from Brussels to Essen and alternative routes

On some journeys, direct services exist as well as services with connections. When booking your ticket to Essen on SNCF Connect, the label "Direct" or "Connection" is displayed under the timetable for each service. This is also where you can compare the prices of trains, whether they are direct or not. For certain journeys, we display alternative routes and departures/arrivals from nearby stations, making it easier to compare prices and schedules.

Companies serving Brussels - Essen

If you're travelling from Brussels to Essen, the following train companies offer direct lines or journeys with a changeover.

Eurostar

Travel at top speeds from Brussels to Essen with Eurostar and enjoy a super-comfy trip: spacious seats, electrical outlets, onboard Wi-Fi and luggage storage without weight restrictions!

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Deutsche Bahn (DB)

Travel from Brussels to Essen on board Deutsche Bahn (DB) trains and enjoy a reliable and comfortable journey. Deutsche Bahn is Germany’s national rail operator and offers an extensive rail network covering the entire country, allowing you to travel efficiently between cities. It operates high-speed, long-distance and regional trains, all of which can now be booked on the SNCF Connect website and app.

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Classes of rail companies serving Brussels - Essen

To travel from Brussels to Essen, the railway companies listed below offer different classes of comfort.

Eurostar

Travel from Brussels to Essen on board a Eurostar train and enjoy a comfy journey by choosing from one of the three classes according to your needs.

Eurostar Standard

Comfy, reclining seats with a power socket
Space to store your luggage
On-board drinks, meals, and snacks
Free Wi-Fi
2 pieces of carry-on luggage + 1 piece of hand luggage
Tickets can be changed free of charge up to 1 hour before departure.
Tickets refundable up to 7 days before departure (for an extra fee)

Eurostar Plus

Spacious reclining seats with a power socket
Space to store your luggage
On-board drinks, meals, and snacks
Free Wi-Fi
Free magazines on board
2 pieces of carry-on luggage + 1 piece of hand luggage
Tickets can be changed free of charge up to 1 hour before departure.
Tickets refundable up to 7 days before departure (for an extra fee)

Eurostar Premier

More spacious seats with a power socket
Space to store your luggage
Meal served at your seat
Free Wi-Fi
Free magazines on board
3 pieces of carry-on luggage + 1 piece of hand luggage
Access to Eurostar lounges
Tickets can be changed or refunded up to 48 hours before departure.

Deutsche Bahn (DB)

Travel from Brussels to Essen by train with Deutsche Bahn. Depending on your journey and the train selected, travel in 1st or 2nd class on high-speed InterCity Express (ICE) trains, national InterCity (IC) and EuroCity (EC) services, or the regional network. The latter includes InterRegio-Express (IRE) for fast interregional connections, Regional-Express (RE) for direct routes between cities, and Regionalbahn (RB) for stopping services to all local stations. Your Deutsche Bahn ticket Brussels - Essen guarantees a comfortable journey across Germany and its neighbouring countries.

All on-board services provided by companies operating Brussels - Essen

Discover the on-board services provided by various carriers operating the Brussels to Essen route, either directly or through connections. Click on the carrier to view associated services.

Eurostar

Online registration

Are you going to London with Eurostar? Do not forget to check in online before boarding.
Wifi on board

Enjoy free wifi on all Eurostar trains and all travel classes.
Onboard luggage

One of the benefits of traveling on Eurostar is that there is no weight restriction for your luggage to London. For other Eurostar destinations, you can travel with a maximum of 2 bags per person.
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A comfortable trip

Spacious seats, electrical outlets, all the comfort you need for a peaceful trip.
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Club Eurostar

This loyalty program allows you to enjoy exclusive privileges and accumulate points redeemable for a variety of benefits.
At table

You have access to the bar-car! What do we serve you today? You can choose from a wide selection.
Travelers with reduced mobility

Onboard wheelchairs must respect the standards: 75 cm wide, 125 cm high, turning diameter: 150 cm.

Deutsche Bahn (DB)

Stay connected while you travel

Stay connected throughout your journey with free, unlimited WiFi available on most ICE and IC trains. In 1st class, throughput is optimized for professional uses such as videoconferencing or VPN connections.
Enjoy the peace and quiet

To work or relax in complete peace, opt for the quiet zones. These areas are designed to minimize noise pollution: phone calls, loud music and ringtones are not allowed.
Grab a bite or drink during your trip

Enjoy a meal or snack in the dining cars or bistros available on long-distance trains. A varied menu features hot dishes, snacks and drinks.
Recharge your electronic devices

Recharge your devices easily: outlets are available at every seat in 2nd class, and up to two outlets for every three seats in 1st class. Ideal for staying productive or entertained throughout the journey.
Carry your luggage with ease

Each passenger can take one item of hand luggage and one additional item of luggage free of charge. Large items of luggage can be stowed in the racks at the entrance or between the seats, medium-sized items above, and small items under your seat. Recommended dimensions are 70 × 50 × 30 cm. Well stowed folding strollers, mobility aids, scooters and folding bicycles are also permitted. Luggage must not inconvenience other passengers or block exits.
Take your bicycle everywhere

Conventional bicycles are accepted on ICE, IC and EC trains with a bicycle ticket and mandatory booking. Folding bicycles and children's bicycles can be carried free of charge as hand luggage. Tandems and tricycles are allowed on certain trains with a booking at an agency. In the regions, a bicycle ticket is required but without a seat booking.
Travel with your pet

Small animals travel free of charge in a closed container placed under your seat or in the luggage racks. Large dogs must have a ticket (50% of the adult fare), be muzzled and kept on a leash. Guide and assistance dogs travel free of charge, without a ticket or muzzle.
Enjoy seat service in 1st class

In 1st class, relax: your meal is served directly to your seat. Enjoy attentive service and a gourmet selection without having to go anywhere.
Access Deutsche Bahn lounges

Passengers with a flexible 1st class ticket enjoy access to DB Lounges at several major stations. These lounges offer a quiet space with drinks, WiFi and digital press to wait comfortably before departure.

Train timetables Brussels-Essen Tuesday 7 July 2026
Departure	Arrival	Duration	Carrier
9h 25m	13h 18m	3h 53m	Eurostar, Deutsche Bahn (DB)	Booking
9h 25m Bruxelles-Midi / Brussel-Zuid Eurostar 9411 10h 09m Liege-Guillemins 10h 33m Aachen Hbf 12h 12m Koln Hbf 14 min 12h 26m Koln Hbf Deutsche Bahn (DB) 549 12h 47m Dusseldorf Hbf 12h 55m Dusseldorf - Flughafen 13h 05m Duisburg Hbf 13h 18m Essen Hbf
11h 25m	15h 18m	3h 53m	Eurostar, Deutsche Bahn (DB)	Booking
11h 25m Bruxelles-Midi / Brussel-Zuid Eurostar 9423 12h 09m Liege-Guillemins 12h 33m Aachen Hbf 14h 19m Koln Hbf 07 min 14h 26m Koln Hbf Deutsche Bahn (DB) 641 14h 47m Dusseldorf Hbf 14h 55m Dusseldorf - Flughafen 15h 05m Duisburg Hbf 15h 18m Essen Hbf
17h 25m	21h 43m	4h 18m	Eurostar, Deutsche Bahn (DB)	Booking
17h 25m Bruxelles-Midi / Brussel-Zuid Eurostar 9459 18h 09m Liege-Guillemins 18h 33m Aachen Hbf 1h04 19h 37m Aachen Hbf Deutsche Bahn (DB) 10338 19h 39m Aachen Schanz 19h 42m Aachen West 19h 48m Kohlscheid 19h 52m Herzogenrath 19h 56m Ubach-Palenberg 20h 00m Geilenkirchen 20h 06m Lindern 20h 12m Brachelen 20h 15m Huckelhoven-Baal 20h 20m Erkelenz 20h 24m Herrath 20h 28m Wickrath 20h 31m Rheydt Hbf 20h 37m Monchengladbach Hbf 20h 44m Viersen 20h 49m Anrath 20h 53m Forsthaus 20h 58m Krefeld Hbf 21h 01m Krefeld-Oppum 21h 04m Krefeld-Linn 21h 06m Krefeld Uerdingen 21h 09m Krefeld-Hohenbudberg Chempark 21h 13m Rheinhausen 21h 15m Rheinhausen Ost 21h 18m Duisburg-Hochfeld Sued 21h 24m Duisburg Hbf 21h 30m Muelheim(Ruhr)Styrum 21h 33m Mulheim (Ruhr) Hbf 21h 39m Essen West 21h 43m Essen Hbf

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What services are offered on board?

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