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Antwerp to Essen train

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Cheap train tickets from Antwerp to Essen

Showing times and prices for Oct 05

Cheapest

€7

Average

€7

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Antwerp to Essen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

06:38AM0h35

Antwerp-Central

07:13AMEssen (Belgie)

€71One-way

0 transfers

05:50AM0h39

Antwerp-Central

06:29AMEssen (Belgie)

€71One-way

0 transfers

12:10AM0h40

Antwerp-Central

12:50AMEssen (Belgie)

€71One-way

0 transfers

06:19AM0h36

Antwerp-Central

06:55AMEssen (Belgie)

€71One-way

0 transfers

05:38AM0h35

Antwerp-Central

06:13AMEssen (Belgie)

€71One-way

0 transfers

Train schedule from Antwerp to Essen

Showing trains for tomorrow, Thursday, October 5

SNCB

12:10AM0h40

Antwerp-Central

12:50AMEssen (Belgie)

0 transfers

SNCB | IC

05:38AM0h35

Antwerp-Central

06:13AMEssen (Belgie)

0 transfers

SNCB

05:50AM0h39

Antwerp-Central

06:29AMEssen (Belgie)

0 transfers

SNCB

06:19AM0h36

Antwerp-Central

06:55AMEssen (Belgie)

0 transfers

SNCB | IC

06:38AM0h35

Antwerp-Central

07:13AMEssen (Belgie)

0 transfers

SNCB

06:50AM0h39

Antwerp-Central

07:29AMEssen (Belgie)

0 transfers

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Fastest train times from Antwerp to Essen

Showing times and prices for Oct 05

Fastest Journey

35 m

Average

36 m

Trains per day

Distance

27 km

Of the 5 trains that leave Antwerp for Essen every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest

06:38AM0h35

Antwerp-Central

07:13AMEssen (Belgie)

€71One-way

0 transfers

Fastest

05:38AM0h35

Antwerp-Central

06:13AMEssen (Belgie)

€71One-way

0 transfers

06:19AM0h36

Antwerp-Central

06:55AMEssen (Belgie)

€71One-way

0 transfers

06:50AM0h39

Antwerp-Central

07:29AMEssen (Belgie)

€71One-way

0 transfers

05:50AM0h39

Antwerp-Central

06:29AMEssen (Belgie)

€71One-way

0 transfers

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Overview: Train from Antwerp to Essen

	Distance	17 miles (27 km)
	Average train duration	34 min
	Average train ticket price	$8 (€7)
	Train frequency	17 a day
	Direct train	No
	Train providers	SNCB or SNCB \| IC

Trains from Antwerp to Essen cover the 17 miles (27 km) long route taking on average 34 min with our travel partners like SNCB or SNCB | IC. Normally, there are 17 trains operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this trip costs around $8 (€7), you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as $8 (€7). Travelers depart most frequently from Antwerpen Centraal and arrive in Essen.

Train companies: SNCB from Antwerp to Essen trains

Travel from Antwerp to Essen from $8 (€7) with Omio’s train partners SNCB! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most affordable route for you.

SNCB is the national railway company of Belgium with train tickets to Essen from Antwerp. It operates a wide range of trains, including Intercity, Interregio, EuroCity, Thalys, and ICE International. Intercity trains are the most frequent and offer the fastest connections between major cities. Interregio trains are slower and offer more stops. EuroCity trains are international services that connect Belgium with other European countries. Thalys trains are high-speed services that connect Belgium with France, Germany, and the Netherlands. ICE International trains are international services that connect Belgium with Germany and the Netherlands. SNCB offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets, return tickets, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and power outlets. The most popular routes for SNCB are Brussels to Antwerp, Brussels to Bruges, Brussels to Ghent, and Brussels to Liege.

Train information from Antwerp to Essen with SNCB:

Average Duration: 5 h 12 min
Cheapest Price: $8
SNCB frequency: 14 a day

FAQs: Trains from Antwerp to Essen

FAQs: Travel by train from Antwerp to Essen easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Antwerp to Essen.

Cheap train tickets from Antwerp to Essen can start from as little as $8 (€7) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Antwerp to Essen is $8 (€7); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The train time to Essen from Antwerp is on average 34 min for the 17 mile (27 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go between Antwerp and Essen by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Antwerp to Essen leaves at 4: 38 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Antwerp to Essen leaves at 9: 05 PM.

There are 17 trains a day from Antwerp to Essen which require at least one change with SNCB or SNCB | IC. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

Yes, there's a high-speed train to Essen. Take the fast train with SNCB | IC from Antwerp to Essen.

For the best Antwerp to Essen train to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with SNCB or SNCB | IC. However, it's always good to check all possible train companies with services to Essen from Antwerp to compare what amenities they may offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 9: 05 PM.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Antwerpen Centraal, which is located around 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Essen, located 0.4 miles (681 m) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Essen from Antwerp is worth doing with a journey time of 34 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Antwerp to Essen is November.

Yes, you can take a train between Antwerp and Essen.

Important Stations and Airports for this connection

Antwerp

Essen

The major railway station for departures from Antwerp is Antwerpen Centraal. Read all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Antwerpen Centraal for your journey from Antwerp to Essen.

Antwerpen Centraal Wifi

Amenities at station

Wifi

Lockers

Parking

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Address

Koningin Astridplein, 2018 Antwerp, Belgium

Phone Number

+32 25282828

Ticket Office Hours

Mon - Sun: 05: 45 - 22: 00

Public transit options for Antwerpen Centraal

Tram lines: 11
Bus lines: 17, 20, 21, 23, 32, 68, 410, 415, 416, 417, 418, 427, 429
Train lines: Thalys, Intercity Direct 9200, IC, RER S1, L (22, 23, 24, 30)

Antwerpen-Berchem Parking