Trains tickets from Bruges to Essen

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Bruges to Essen

Bus
Average priceUS$23 - US$86Average duration8h 55m
7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Train
Average priceUS$101 - US$106Average duration4h 39m
6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Carpool
Average priceUS$20 - US$33Average duration3h
11kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Bruges to Essen

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 3 hours and with fares starting at just US$20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day
3hAverage duration
US$20Cheapest ticket
11kgCO₂ emissions

Train Bruges to Essen: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket priceUS$102
Average train trip duration4h 39m
Number of daily trains4
Earliest train departure07:11
Distance165 miles
Latest train departure13:58

Frequently asked questions on the trip Bruges - Essen

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Bruges to Essen cost?

    The average train ticket price from Bruges to Essen is US$102. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Bruges to Essen is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from Bruges to Essen?

    A train trip between Bruges and Essen is around 4h 39m, although the fastest train will take about 4h 39m. This is the time it takes to travel the 165 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Bruges and Essen?

    The number of trains from Bruges to Essen can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Bruges to Essen by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Bruges to Essen is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Essen you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Bruges and Essen, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Bruges to Essen and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while travelling more than 17,000 km.

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

Will you be returning to Bruges by train?

Train from Essen to Bruges

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