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Antwerp’s leading fine arts museum presents Flemish masters, modern art and a landmark restored building.
Cheapest price on 11 Oct
£54
Average ticket price on 11 Oct
£65
Fastest journey on 11 Oct
3 h 30 m
Average journey duration on 11 Oct
3 h 54 m
Trains on 11 Oct
6
Distance
183 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Essen to Antwerp is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Essen to Antwerp will cost around £65 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £54.
On Sun 11 Oct, we found 6 trains from Essen to Antwerp, including 6 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 183 km distance in an average of 3 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 30 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 17 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Trains from Essen to Antwerp run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:36, the last at 21:50. The fastest train covers the 183 km distance in 2h 51m.
Distance 183 km |
Average train duration 3h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 51m |
First train 3:36 |
Last train 21:50 |
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Best time to book 1 day |
The table below shows live departures for Essen to Antwerp trains for today, Saturday 10 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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63606 · 20072 · IC 3544 · IC 1142 | 10:04 Essen Hbf | 4h12 | 14:16 Antwerp-Central | 4 changes | |
| Sunday 11 October | |||||
![]() | 6:46 Essen | 3h30 | 10:16 Antwerp | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:09 Essen | 4h11 | 11:20 Antwerp | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Antwerp’s leading fine arts museum presents Flemish masters, modern art and a landmark restored building.
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A museum on Antwerp’s port, trade and global links, with varied exhibitions and a rooftop view over the city.
A grand 19th-century station admired for its vast hall, ironwork and stone detailing; a key arrival point and sight.
A broad riverside route and renewed quays area, ideal for walking, skyline views and watching life on the Scheldt.
A narrow historic lane lined with small almshouses and a chapel, offering a quiet glimpse of old Antwerp.
A flaky Antwerp biscuit or pastry scented with butter and almonds, often shaped by hand. It is a long-standing local speciality strongly tied to the city’s baking tradition.
A deep amber abbey-style beer from Antwerp, brewed since the early 20th century. It is one of the city’s signature drinks and a staple in local cafés.
A rich beef and onion stew slowly cooked with dark Belgian beer and bread. It is a classic Flemish comfort dish commonly eaten across Antwerp.
Elegant dining room focused on refined Belgian cooking and seafood, with a polished but welcoming atmosphere close to the Scheldt.
Traditional Belgian brasserie serving mussels, meat stews and seasonal classics in an old-world dining room popular in the historic centre.
Historic café and restaurant known for De Koninck beer, classic Flemish dishes and a lively traditional Antwerp atmosphere near the cathedral.
Moderate for Belgium: hotels and dining are pricier than smaller cities, but public transport and casual meals stay manageable for most visitors.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Round up taxi fares; small change is fine in cafés.
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Antwerpen-Centraal -> Grote Markt, Antwerp
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Essen to Antwerp by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Antwerp, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Essen to Antwerp trains use the Essen Hbf to Antwerpen Centraal station pair, with some services arriving at Antwerpen-Berchem. Use this guide to compare Essen and Antwerp train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Essen Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Bollywood Express - Pizza & More, Kiepenkerl, Cafe Extrablatt, Tacos
Wi-Fi is available at Essen Hbf. ATMs are available at Essen Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Essen Hbf. Information desks are available at Essen Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Essen Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Essen Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Essen Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Essen Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Ambassador, Gästearpartment Dahl, WG-Hotel im Unperfekthaus, Motel One.
Essen, Kruppstraße / Am Thyssenhaus has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Essen, Kruppstraße / Am Thyssenhaus. ATMs are available at Essen, Kruppstraße / Am Thyssenhaus.
Ticket office support is available at Essen, Kruppstraße / Am Thyssenhaus.
Available at Essen, Kruppstraße / Am Thyssenhaus: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Essen, Kruppstraße / Am Thyssenhaus: The station has basic accessibility features.
Antwerpen Centraal is 1 km from Antwerp city centre. Public transport options include:
Antwerpen Centraal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Café - Brasserie Royal, Einstein Koffie, Leonidas, Starbucks, Yam Yam, Panos, Sweetz To Go, Frituur Centraal, lunch & pasta coffee, Döner Company, & many more
Free Wi-Fi in the station after logging in to the Free Wifi-NmbsSncb network. ATMs are located inside the atrium and retail area.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:45 - 22:00. Information desks are located in the main station hall on the ground floor (entrance/exit Koningin Astridplein).
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located at the top of the escalators in the retail area. .
Available at Antwerpen Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Antwerpen Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Antwerpen Centraal: Station has a wide range of facilities for passengers with reduced mobility: elevators and escalators to all platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, disabled toilet and parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center.
Nearby hotels include Hampton by Hilton Antwerp Central Station, A-Stay Antwerpen, Hotel NH Collection Antwerp Centre.
Antwerpen-Berchem is 2 km from Antwerp city centre. Public transport options include:
Antwerpen-Berchem has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Wagamama, Brasserie Dikke Mee
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Antwerpen-Berchem. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Antwerpen-Berchem. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Antwerpen-Berchem: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Antwerpen-Berchem: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Antwerpen-Berchem: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Radisson Hotel Antwerp Berchem, Tulip Inn Antwerpen, Ibis Budget Antwerpen Centraal Station.
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