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Trip Overview

The average train between Essen and Den Helder takes 4h 39m and the fastest train takes 3h 47m. 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.

4h 39m
Duration
295 km
Distance
€46
Average price
5 times a day
Frequency

Essen to Den Helder train times

Trains run 5 times a day between Essen and Den Helder. The earliest departure is at 5:22 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essen is at 9:47 PM which arrives into Den Helder at 9:56 AM. All services require a transfer at Duisburg Hbf and take an average of 4h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)VIAS Rail GmbHNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)11h 10m • 2 changes

Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    National ExpressVIAS Rail GmbHNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)4h 34m • 2 changes
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    National ExpressNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)3h 47m • 2 changes
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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)VIAS Rail GmbHNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)4h 36m • 2 changes
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    National ExpressNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)3h 47m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 22, 2026

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    National ExpressVIAS Rail GmbHNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)5h 4m • 2 changes
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    National ExpressNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)3h 47m • 2 changes
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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)VIAS Rail GmbHNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)4h 36m • 2 changes
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    National ExpressNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)3h 47m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want 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.

Map of how to get from Essen to Den Helder.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 295 km
  • Duration: 4h 39m

What companies run services between Essen, Germany and Den Helder, Netherlands?

You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Den Helder via Duisburg Hbf and Arnhem Centraal in around 4h 18m.

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