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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Sint-Gillis to Essen
Cheapest price
$143
Average price
$143
Fastest journey
4 h 3 m
Average duration
4 h 3 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
71 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sint-Gillis to Essen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sint-Gillis to Essen will cost around $143 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $143.
It's difficult to get from Sint-Gillis to Essen without transferring at least once.
4:12 PM4h03Sint-Gillis8:15 PMEssen$1431One-way1 transfer- 6:12 PM4h03Sint-Gillis10:15 PMEssen$1431One-way1 transfer
- 4:12 PM4h03Sint-Gillis8:15 PMEssen$1431One-way1 transfer
- 6:12 PM4h03Sint-Gillis10:15 PMEssen$1431One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Sint-Gillis to Essen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sint-Gillis to Essen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $11, and a bus costs an average of $33.
Distance: 44 miles (71 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$14 Average price Cheapest | $33 Average price | $46 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 53m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 16m Average total duration 7h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Sint-Gillis to Essen:
A train is $19 (€16) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Sint-Gillis to Essen costing on average $33 (€27).
Other travel options to Essen take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 46m.
The journey is about 7m faster (1h 23m by train vs 1h 30m by car) and roughly $33 (€27) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($14 (€11) vs $46 (€38)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Sint-Gillis to Essen train times
The table below shows live departures for Sint-Gillis to Essen trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:12 PM Sint-Gillis | 4h03 | 8:15 PM Essen | 1 transfer | |
| 6:12 PM Sint-Gillis | 4h03 | 10:15 PM Essen | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sint-Gillis to Essen
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Trains from Sint-Gillis to Essen run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:05, the last at 23:32. The fastest train covers the 44 miles (71 km) distance in 1h 23m.
Distance 44 miles (71 km) |
Average train duration 1h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 23m |
First train 5:05 AM |
Last train 11:32 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: SNCB from Sint-Gillis to Essen trainsSNCB trains will get you between Sint-Gillis and Essen from $11 (€9). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Sint-Gillis to Essen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sint-Gillis to Essen by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Essen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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