How to get from Essen to Dinant by train?

From Essen to Dinant by train

To get from Essen to Dinant in Belgium, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the S32 train from Essen station to Antwerp-Berchem station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the EC train and finally take the IC train from Brussels North station to Dinant station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 18 min. The train schedule from Essen may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Dinant on the Moovit app.

198min
Train - S32
S32
Train - EC
EC
Train - IC
IC
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 - ECEC
    Wait for train
    EC
    Brussels South
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Brussels North
    40 min
  • 6
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Dinant
  • 7
    Ride to train station Dinant
    Ride to train station
    Dinant
    95 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Essen to Dinant

The distance between Essen, Belgium and Dinant, Belgium is approximately 167.3 km, which can typically be travelled in 198 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Essen to Dinant by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Belgium – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from Essen to Dinant

To check the train schedule from Essen to Dinant using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Essen) and destination (Dinant), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each 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 train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 198 minutes, using Train line S32, Train line Breda (NL) - Brussels South, Train line Brussels-South - Dinant.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 3 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 18 min.

  • Which train line goes from Essen to Dinant 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 till Antwerp-Berchem station near Dinant in Belgium.

  • How long does it take to travel from Essen to Dinant in Belgium by train?

    The total travel time between Essen and Dinant in Belgium by train is about 3 hr 18 min.

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

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

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