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 Bruxelles-Nord station. Next, take the IC train from Bruxelles-Nord station to Essen station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 15 min. The train schedule from Schaerbeek may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Essen on the Moovit app.

75min
Train - S1
S1
Train - IC
IC
Leaves from Schaerbeek

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Schaerbeek
  • 2
    Train - S1S1
    Wait for train
    S1
    Nivelles
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Bruxelles-Nord
    3 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Essen
  • 5
    Ride to train station Essen
    Ride to train station
    Essen
    70 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Schaerbeek to Essen by train via S2, IC 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 Bruxelles-Nord station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the S32 train from Anvers-Central station to Essen station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 39 min. The train schedule from Schaerbeek may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Essen on the Moovit app.

99min
Train - S2
S2
Train - IC
IC
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
    Bruxelles-Nord
    4 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Anvers-Central
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Anvers-Central
    33 min
  • 6
    Train - S32S32
    Wait for train
    S32
    Essen
  • 7
    Ride to train station Essen
    Ride to train station
    Essen
    35 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 74.44 km, which can typically be travelled in 75 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.

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Alternative route from Schaerbeek to Essen by train via S2, IC 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 Bruxelles-Nord station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC train and finally take the S32 train from Anvers-Central station to Essen station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 39 min. The train schedule from Schaerbeek may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Essen on the Moovit app.

99min
Train - S2
S2
Train - IC
IC
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
    Bruxelles-Nord
    4 min
  • 4
    Train - ICIC
    Wait for train
    IC
    Anvers-Central
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Anvers-Central
    33 min
  • 6
    Train - S32S32
    Wait for train
    S32
    Essen
  • 7
    Ride to train station Essen
    Ride to train station
    Essen
    35 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 75 minutes, using Train line S1, Train line IC.

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

    The alternative route takes 99 minutes, using Train line S2, Train line IC, 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 1 hr 15 min.

  • Which train line goes from Schaerbeek to Essen?

    The S1 train line goes from Nivelles station near Schaerbeek in Brussel to Bruxelles-Nord station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Bruxelles-Nord 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 Brussel and Essen in Belgium by train is about 1 hr 15 min.

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

    Get on the S1 train from the Nivelles station near Schaerbeek in Brussel.

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

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

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