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The cheapest and fastest trains from Sint-Gillis to Essen

Showing times and prices for Jul 10

Cheapest price

$94

Average price

$115

Fastest journey

2 h 43 m

Average duration

3 h 2 m

Trains per day

Distance

199 km

Cheap tickets

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 $115 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $94.

Fast trains

Of the 6 trains that leave Sint-Gillis for Essen on Thu, Jul 10, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Jul 10 the direct trains cover the 199 km distance in an average of 3 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 43 m .

On Thu, Jul 10 the slowest trains will take 3 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

IC 505 · RE 18921 · RE 26413 · RE 10127

06:56AM4h20

Brussels-Midi

11:16AMEssen Hbf

$941One-way

3 transfers

ICE 11 · ICE 545

06:23AM2h58

Brussels-Midi

09:21AMEssen Hbf

$1131One-way

1 transfer

ICE 13 · RE 28512 · RE 10215

08:25AM3h12

Brussels-Midi

11:37AMEssen Hbf

$1171One-way

2 transfers

ICE 13 · RE 26815

08:25AM3h25

Brussels-Midi

11:50AMEssen Hbf

$1171One-way

1 transfer

9471

07:25PM2h50

Brussels-Midi

10:15PMEssen Hbf

$1251One-way

0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Sint-Gillis to Essen

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Sint-Gillis to Essen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 21m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, and a train costs an average of €39.

Distance: 123 miles (199 km)

Compare train with

Train	Most popular Bus
€65 Average price	€23 Average price Cheapest
3h 51m Average total duration Fastest 3h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	4h 0m Average total duration 3h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions
	Most popular bus company
Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

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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 3h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $49 (€39) but you can travel from only $20 (€16) by bus.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $20 (€16)

Distance

123 miles (199 km)

Average train duration

3h 21m

Cheapest ticket price

$49 (€39)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

2h 43m

First train

00:01

Last train

22:43

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $20 (€16)

Train companies: SNCB from Sint-Gillis to Essen trains

Buy your official SNCB train tickets from Sint-Gillis to Essen from $159 (€127) with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most affordable route.

SNCB is Belgium's main train company and offers First class or Second class tickets for your journey

Train information from Sint-Gillis to Essen with SNCB:

Average Duration: 3 h 36 min
Cheapest Price: $159
SNCB frequency: 4 a day

Train Providers: SNCB from Sint-Gillis to Essen

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FAQs: Trains from Sint-Gillis to Essen

FAQs: Travel by train from Sint-Gillis 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 Sint-Gillis to Essen.

Cheap train tickets from Sint-Gillis to Essen can start from as little as $104 (€83) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Sint-Gillis to Essen is $106 (€85); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The train time from Sint-Gillis to Essen is on average 2 h 42 min for the 123 mile (199 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go to Essen from Sint-Gillis by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Sint-Gillis to Essen leaves at 12: 02 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Sint-Gillis to Essen leaves at 10: 57 PM.

There are 4 trains a day from Sint-Gillis to Essen which require at least one change with SNCB. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

When taking a train from Sint-Gillis to Essen, you can count on SNCB for the best way to get you to Essen. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Sint-Gillis and Essen and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 10: 57 PM.

A trip to Essen from Sint-Gillis is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 42 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Sint-Gillis to Essen is January.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from Sint-Gillis to Essen including taking a train or bus.