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Trip Summary
There are 160 daily trains from Essen to Lommel. Traveling by train from Essen to Lommel usually takes around 7 hours, but the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can make the trip in 4 hours and 59 minutes.
| Distance | 75 mi (121 km) |
| Fastest train | 5h 0m |
| Lowest price | €42.45 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Essen to Lommel?
2 train services operate from Essen to Lommel. Deutsche Bahn usually has more trains scheduled, with 144 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn | 144 | 7h 38m | €43.00 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 16 | 5h 37m | €37.40 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Essen to Lommel start from €31, and on average cost . Daily there are 16 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Lommel. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Essen leaves from Essen-Kupferdreh and 4 other stations. And in Lommel trains arrive at Train Station .
From Essen to Lommel train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 5 hours and 37 minutes. If you are looking to get to Lommel faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 5 hours and 0 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers 16 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Lommel.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Essen and Lommel is approximately 75 miles, or 121 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 7 hours, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 4 hours and 59 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Sunday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Essen to Lommel. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Sunday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Sunday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Essen at 05:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 21:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 160 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Lommel to Essen.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Essen?
Main departure station: Essen-Eiberg
Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 9 stops and stations in Essen where you can board the train.
All train stations in Essen:
Essen-Eiberg
Essen-Dellwig
Essen-Werden
Kettwig Stausee
Essen-Dellwig Ost
Train Station
Kettwig
Essen-Horst
Essen-Kupferdreh
Where is the train station in Lommel?
Main arrival station: Train Station
Lommel has one train station.
Train stations in Lommel:
Train Station
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