How to get from Essen to Borgloon by bus and train?

From Essen to Borgloon by bus and train

To get from Essen to Borgloon in Belgium, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the S32 train from Essen station to Antwerp-Berchem station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the 38 bus from Hasselt Station Platform 6 station to Borgloon Count Louis Square station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 50 min. The bus and train schedule from Essen may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Borgloon on the Moovit app.

170min
Train - S32
S32
Train - IC
IC
Bus - 3838
Walk to Borgloon
Leaves from Essen

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Essen
  • 2
    Train - S32S32
    Wait for train
    S32
    Puurs
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Antwerp-Berchem
    40 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Hasselt
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Hasselt
    55 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Hasselt Station Platform 6
    ID 403117
    10 m • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - 3838
    Wait for bus
    38
    Heers Road to Waremme
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Borgloon Count Louis Square
    ID 401047
    45 min
  • 9
    Walk to Borgloon
    Walk to
    Borgloon
    40 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Essen to Borgloon

The distance between Essen, Belgium and Borgloon, Belgium is approximately 126.15 km, which can typically be travelled in 170 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Essen to Borgloon by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Belgium – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Essen to Borgloon

To check the bus and train schedule from Essen to Borgloon using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Essen) and destination (Borgloon), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Essen to Borgloon?

    The fastest way takes 170 minutes, using Train line S32, Train line Antwerp-Central - Hasselt, Bus line 38.

  • Is there a direct train between Essen and Borgloon in Belgium?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 50 min.

  • Which train line goes from Essen to Borgloon in Belgium?

    The S32 train line goes from Puurs station near Essen to Antwerp-Berchem station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Antwerp-Berchem station near Borgloon in Belgium.

  • How long does it take to travel from Essen to Borgloon in Belgium by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Essen and Borgloon in Belgium by train and bus is about 2 hr 50 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Essen to get to Borgloon in Belgium?

    Get on the S32 train from the Puurs station near Essen in Belgium.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Essen and Borgloon in Belgium?

    Get off the train at the Antwerp-Berchem stop, which is closest to Borgloon in Belgium.

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