The average train between Arnhem and Essen takes 1h 43m and the fastest train takes 1h 16m. There is an hourly train service from Arnhem 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.
Trains run hourly between Arnhem and Essen. The earliest departure is at 5:45 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Arnhem is at 10:45 PM which arrives into Essen at 12:37 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Arnhem to Essen. However, there are services departing from Arnhem station and arriving at Essen station via Duisburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 43m.
Arnhem to Essen train services, operated by VIAS Rail GmbH, depart from Arnhem Centraal station.
Arnhem to Essen train services, operated by VIAS Rail GmbH, arrive at Duisburg Hbf station.
Book your Arnhem to Essen train tickets online with VIAS Rail GmbH, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) and 3 other operators.
The distance between Arnhem and Essen is 95.6 km. The road distance is 117 km.
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Arnhem Centraal to Duisburg Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €10–24 and the journey takes 58 min. Two other operators also service this route.