The average train between Essen and Zaandam takes 3h 25m and the fastest train takes 3h 13m. The train service runs several times per day from Essen to Zaandam. 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 twice daily between Essen and Zaandam. The earliest departure is at 5:26 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essen is at 8:26 PM which arrives into Zaandam at 11:52 PM. All services require a transfer at Oberhausen Hbf and take an average of 3h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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3h 13m • 2 changes3h 26m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Essen to Zaandam? 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 Zaandam. However, there are services departing from Essen station and arriving at Zaandam station via Arnhem Centraal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.
Essen to Zaandam train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Oberhausen Hbf station.
Essen to Zaandam train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Zaandam station.
Book your Essen to Zaandam train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), VIAS Rail GmbH and 2 other operators.
The distance between Essen and Zaandam is 185.4 km. The road distance is 216 km.
You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Zaandam via Oberhausen Hbf and Arnhem Centraal in around 3h 7m.
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