The average train between Meppel and Essen takes 3h 41m and the fastest train takes 2h 52m. The train service runs several times per day from Meppel 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 5 times a day between Meppel and Essen. The earliest departure is at 6:56 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Meppel is at 11:26 PM which arrives into Essen at 7:53 AM. All services require a transfer at Zwolle and take an average of 3h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Meppel 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.
No, there is no direct train from Meppel to Essen. However, there are services departing from Meppel station and arriving at Essen station via Arnhem Centraal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.
Meppel to Essen train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Zwolle station.
Meppel to Essen train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Essen Hbf station.
Book your Meppel to Essen train tickets online with Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS).
The distance between Meppel and Essen is 148.7 km. The road distance is 210 km.
You can take a train from Meppel to Essen Hbf via Zwolle and Arnhem Centraal in around 3h 49m.