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How to get from Schaerbeek to Essen by train?

From Schaerbeek to Essen by train

To get from Schaerbeek to Essen in Belgium, take the S1 train from Schaerbeek station to Antwerp-Berchem station. Next, take the S32 train from Antwerp-Berchem station to Essen station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 24 min. The train schedule from Schaerbeek may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Essen on the Moovit app.

144min
Train - S1
S1
Train - S32
S32
Leaves from Schaerbeek

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Schaerbeek
  • 2
    Train - S1S1
    Wait for train
    S1
    Antwerp Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Antwerp-Berchem
    49 min
  • 4
    Train - S32S32
    Wait for train
    S32
    Roosendaal (NL)
  • 5
    Ride to train station Essen
    Ride to train station
    Essen
    45 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Schaerbeek to Essen by train via S2, EC and S32

To get from Schaerbeek to Essen in Belgium, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the S2 train from Schaerbeek station to Brussels North station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the EC train and finally take the S32 train from Antwerp Central station to Essen station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 43 min. The train schedule from Schaerbeek may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Essen on the Moovit app.

103min
Train - S2
S2
Train - EC
EC
Train - S32
S32
Leaves from Schaerbeek

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Schaerbeek
  • 2
    Train - S2S2
    Wait for train
    S2
    Braine-Le-Comte
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Brussels North
    4 min
  • 4
    Train - ECEC
    Wait for train
    EC
    Rotterdam Central (NL)
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Antwerp Central
    46 min
  • 6
    Train - S32S32
    Wait for train
    S32
    Roosendaal (NL)
  • 7
    Ride to train station Essen
    Ride to train station
    Essen
    38 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Schaerbeek to Essen

The distance between Schaerbeek, Belgium and Essen, Belgium is approximately 69.48 km, which can typically be travelled in 144 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Schaerbeek 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 Schaerbeek to Essen

To check the train schedule from Schaerbeek to Essen using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Schaerbeek) 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.

Alternative route from Schaerbeek to Essen by train via S2, EC and S32

To get from Schaerbeek to Essen in Belgium, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the S2 train from Schaerbeek station to Brussels North station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the EC train and finally take the S32 train from Antwerp Central station to Essen station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 43 min. The train schedule from Schaerbeek may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Essen on the Moovit app.

103min
Train - S2
S2
Train - EC
EC
Train - S32
S32
Leaves from Schaerbeek

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Schaerbeek
  • 2
    Train - S2S2
    Wait for train
    S2
    Braine-Le-Comte
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Brussels North
    4 min
  • 4
    Train - ECEC
    Wait for train
    EC
    Rotterdam Central (NL)
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Antwerp Central
    46 min
  • 6
    Train - S32S32
    Wait for train
    S32
    Roosendaal (NL)
  • 7
    Ride to train station Essen
    Ride to train station
    Essen
    38 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 144 minutes, using Train line Antwerp Central - Brussels South, Train line S32.

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

    The alternative route takes 103 minutes, using Train line Braine-le-Comte - Leuven, Train line Brussels South - Rotterdam Central (NL), Train line S32.

  • Is there a direct train between Schaerbeek and Essen?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 24 min.

  • Which train line goes from Schaerbeek to Essen?

    The S1 train line goes from Antwerp Central station near Schaerbeek in Brussels 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 Schaerbeek to Essen by train?

    The total travel time between Schaerbeek in Brussels and Essen in Belgium by train is about 2 hr 24 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Schaerbeek to get to Essen?

    Get on the S1 train from the Antwerp Central station near Schaerbeek in Brussels.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Schaerbeek and Essen?

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