The average train between Essen and Den Helder takes 4h 59m and the fastest train takes 4h 17m. The train service runs several times per day from Essen to Den Helder. 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 every 4 hours between Essen and Den Helder. The earliest departure is at 1:32 AM at night, and the last departure from Essen is at 10:32 PM which arrives into Den Helder at 8:26 AM. All services require a transfer at Oberhausen Hbf and take an average of 4h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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5h • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Essen to Den Helder? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Essen to Den Helder. However, there are services departing from Essen station and arriving at Den Helder station via Arnhem Centraal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 59m.
Essen to Den Helder train services, operated by National Express, depart from Oberhausen Hbf station.
Essen to Den Helder train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Den Helder station.
Book your Essen to Den Helder train tickets online with National Express, VIAS Rail GmbH and 2 other operators.
The distance between Essen and Den Helder is 226.9 km. The road distance is 297 km.
You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Den Helder via Oberhausen Hbf and Arnhem Centraal in around 4h 39m.