Sint-Gillis to Essen train with SNCB

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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

6

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.

Deutsche BahnIC 505 · RE 18921 · RE 26413 · RE 10127
06:56AM4h20
Brussels-Midi
11:16AMEssen Hbf
$941One-way
3 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 11 · ICE 545
06:23AM2h58
Brussels-Midi
09:21AMEssen Hbf
$1131One-way
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 13 · RE 28512 · RE 10215
08:25AM3h12
Brussels-Midi
11:37AMEssen Hbf
$1171One-way
2 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 13 · RE 26815
08:25AM3h25
Brussels-Midi
11:50AMEssen Hbf
$1171One-way
1 transfer
Eurostar9471
07:25PM2h50
Brussels-Midi
10:15PMEssen Hbf
$1251One-way
0 transfers

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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)

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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.
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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
7
Direct trains
1
Fastest train
2h 43m
First train
00:01
Last train
22:43
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)

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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