Amsterdam to Essen Trains

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Duration	2h 15m
Distance	205.7 km
Average price	30€
Frequency	7/day

Trip overview

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Amsterdam

Essen

The average train between Amsterdam and Essen takes 2h 15m and the fastest train takes 2h 13m. The train service runs several times per day from Amsterdam to Essen. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

Train

Amsterdam Centraal
Essen

2h 7m

21€ - 111€

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Amsterdam to Essen train times

Trains run every four hours between Amsterdam and Essen. The service departs Amsterdam at 18:38 in the evening, which arrives into Essen at 20:54. All services require a transfer at DUISBURG HBF and take an average of 2h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, March 3, 2021

Dutch Railways (NS), Deutsche Bahn Regional

Departing Thursday, March 4, 2021

Dutch Railways (NS), Deutsche Bahn Regional

Dutch Railways (NS), Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Dutch Railways (NS), Deutsche Bahn Regional

Dutch Railways (NS), Deutsche Bahn Regional

Dutch Railways (NS), Deutsche Bahn Regional

Dutch Railways (NS), Deutsche Bahn Regional

Dutch Railways (NS), Deutsche Bahn Regional

Departing Friday, March 5, 2021

Dutch Railways (NS), Deutsche Bahn Regional

Dutch Railways (NS), Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Amsterdam to Essen? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport?, What is the quickest option?, How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Will Coronavirus (COVID-19) affect my travel to Essen?

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Is there a direct train between Amsterdam and Essen?

No, there is no direct train from Amsterdam to Essen. However, there are services departing from Amsterdam Centraal and arriving at Essen Hbf via Duisburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 7m.

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How far is it from Amsterdam to Essen?

The distance between Amsterdam and Essen is 178 km. The road distance is 205.7 km.

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Where do I catch the Amsterdam to Essen train from?

Amsterdam to Essen train services, operated by Dutch Railways (NS), depart from Amsterdam Centraal station.

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Where does the Amsterdam to Essen train arrive?

Amsterdam to Essen train services, operated by Dutch Railways (NS), arrive at Duisburg Hbf station.

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How do I get a train ticket from Amsterdam to Essen?

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Where can I stay near Essen?

There are 681+ hotels available in Essen. Prices start at 75€ per night.

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What companies run services between Amsterdam and Essen?

Dutch Railways (NS) operates a train from Amsterdam Centraal to Duisburg Hbf every 4 hours. Tickets cost 20€ - 50€ and the journey takes 1h 54m.

Train operators

Dutch Railways (NS)

Ave. Duration

1h 54m

Frequency

Every 4 hours

Estimated price

20€ - 50€

Dutch Railways (NS) is the main passenger railway operator in the Netherlands. Founded in 1938, NS connects all major cities in the Netherlands, and offers night trains, international trains, Intercity direct, and trains to and from the airport. NS International is the international subsidiary of NS; their services include high-speed trains such as Thalys, ICE International, Eurostar and TGV, to major European hubs including Paris, London, Brussels, Berlin, Cologne, Frankfurt and Lille.