How to get from Geraardsbergen to Essen by train?

From Geraardsbergen to Essen by train

To get from Geraardsbergen to Essen in Belgium, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the S3 train from Grammont station to Brussels North station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the EC train and finally take the S32 train from Antwerp-Berchem station to Essen station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 34 min. The train schedule from Geraardsbergen may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Essen on the Moovit app.

154min
Train - S3
S3
Train - EC
EC
Train - S32
S32
Leaves from Grammont

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Geraardsbergen
  • 2
    Train - S3S3
    Wait for train
    S3
    Brussels North
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Brussels North
    57 min
  • 4
    Train - ECEC
    Wait for train
    EC
    Breda (NL)
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Antwerp-Berchem
    40 min
  • 6
    Train - S32S32
    Wait for train
    S32
    Roosendaal (NL)
  • 7
    Ride to train station Essen
    Ride to train station
    Essen
    40 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Geraardsbergen to Essen by train via S52, IC and S32

To get from Geraardsbergen to Essen in Belgium, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the S52 train from Grammont station to Ghent St. Peter station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the S32 train from Antwerp-Berchem station to Essen station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 24 min. The train schedule from Geraardsbergen may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Essen on the Moovit app.

204min
Train - S52
S52
Train - IC
IC
Train - S32
S32
Leaves from Grammont

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Geraardsbergen
  • 2
    Train - S52S52
    Wait for train
    S52
    Ghent St. Peter
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ghent St. Peter
    52 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Antwerp Central
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Antwerp-Berchem
    50 min
  • 6
    Train - S32S32
    Wait for train
    S32
    Roosendaal (NL)
  • 7
    Ride to train station Essen
    Ride to train station
    Essen
    40 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Geraardsbergen to Essen

The distance between Geraardsbergen, Belgium and Essen, Belgium is approximately 127.49 km, which can typically be travelled in 154 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Geraardsbergen to Essen by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Belgium – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from Geraardsbergen to Essen

To check the train schedule from Geraardsbergen to Essen using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Geraardsbergen) and destination (Essen), 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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Alternative route from Geraardsbergen to Essen by train via S52, IC and S32

To get from Geraardsbergen to Essen in Belgium, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the S52 train from Grammont station to Ghent St. Peter station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the S32 train from Antwerp-Berchem station to Essen station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 24 min. The train schedule from Geraardsbergen may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Essen on the Moovit app.

204min
Train - S52
S52
Train - IC
IC
Train - S32
S32
Leaves from Grammont

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Geraardsbergen
  • 2
    Train - S52S52
    Wait for train
    S52
    Ghent St. Peter
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ghent St. Peter
    52 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Antwerp Central
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Antwerp-Berchem
    50 min
  • 6
    Train - S32S32
    Wait for train
    S32
    Roosendaal (NL)
  • 7
    Ride to train station Essen
    Ride to train station
    Essen
    40 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 154 minutes, using Train line S3, Train line EC, Train line S32.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Geraardsbergen to Essen?

    The alternative route takes 204 minutes, using Train line S52, Train line IC, Train line S32.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 3 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 34 min.

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

    The S3 train line goes from Brussels North station near Geraardsbergen to Antwerp-Berchem station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Antwerp-Berchem station near Essen in Belgium.

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

    The total travel time between Geraardsbergen and Essen in Belgium by train is about 2 hr 34 min.

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

    Get on the S3 train from the Brussels North station near Geraardsbergen in Belgium.

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

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

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