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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Brussels Airport to Essen

Composite routes from Brussels Airport to Essen

Cheapest
55 min
Car
78 km.
from $4
Other
1 h 21 min
62 km.
from $28.80
2 h 51 min
63 km.
from $18.95

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
service@flixbus.com
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Brussels Zaventem Airport to Antwerp
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$7.58–$10.74

De Lijn

Phone:
+32 70 22 02 00
Website:
delijn.be/nl/
Bus from Antwerpen Roosevelt perron C2 to Kapellen
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.08
Bus from Kapellen Dorp to Essen
Ave. Duration:
44 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.08

Other operators

Jayride

Phone:
+61 2 8520 3150
Website:
jayride.com/
Other from Brussels Airport to Essen
Estimated price:
$176.87–$252.67

Train operators

NS

Phone:
+31 30 751 5155
Website:
ns.nl/
Train from Brussels Airport-Zaventem to Anvers-Central
Ave. Duration:
31 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$10.11–$25.27

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)

Phone:
+32 70 79 79 79
Website:
belgiantrain.be/en
Train from Brussels Airport-Zaventem to Anvers-Central
Ave. Duration:
32 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$14.53–$15.79
Train from Antwerpen-Centraal to Essen
Ave. Duration:
38 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$6.06–$8.84

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Essen?

The cheapest way to get from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Essen is to bus and line 72 bus and line 67 bus which costs $10.87 - $15.22 and takes 2h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Essen?

The fastest way to get from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Essen is to drive which takes 55 min and costs $15.22 - $23.91 .

Is there a direct bus between Brussels Airport (BRU) and Essen?

No, there is no direct bus from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Essen. However, there are services departing from Brussels Zaventem Airport and arriving at Essen Bibliotheek via Antwerpen Roosevelt perron C2 and Kapellen Dorp. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Brussels Airport (BRU) and Essen?

No, there is no direct train from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Essen. However, there are services departing from Brussels Airport-Zaventem and arriving at Essen via Antwerpen-Centraal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 21m.

How far is it from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Essen?

The distance between Brussels Airport (BRU) and Essen is 66 km. The road distance is 78.8 km.

How do I travel from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Essen without a car?

The best way to get from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Essen without a car is to train which takes 1h 21m and costs $14.13 - $29.35 .

How long does it take to get from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Essen?

It takes approximately 1h 21m to get from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Essen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brussels Airport (BRU) to Essen bus from?

Brussels Airport (BRU) to Essen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Brussels Zaventem Airport station.

Where do I catch the Brussels Airport (BRU) to Essen train from?

Brussels Airport (BRU) to Essen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Brussels Airport-Zaventem station.

Train or bus from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Essen?

The best way to get from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Essen is to train which takes 1h 21m and costs $14.13 - $29.35 . Alternatively, you can bus and line 72 bus and line 67 bus, which costs $10.87 - $15.22 and takes 2h 51m.

Where does the Brussels Airport (BRU) to Essen bus arrive?

Brussels Airport (BRU) to Essen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Antwerp Rooseveltplaats station.

Where does the Brussels Airport (BRU) to Essen train arrive?

Brussels Airport (BRU) to Essen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Anvers-Central station.

Can I drive from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Brussels Airport (BRU) to Essen is 79 km. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Essen.

How do I get a train ticket from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Essen?

Book your Brussels Airport (BRU) to Essen train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Essen?

There are 228+ hotels available in Essen. Prices start at $56.30 per night.
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