What is the cheapest way to get from Essen to Amersfoort?

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Amersfoort is to bus which costs €20 - €35 and takes 3h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Essen to Amersfoort?

The fastest way to get from Essen to Amersfoort is to drive which takes 1h 38m and costs €27 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Amersfoort?

No, there is no direct bus from Essen station to Amersfoort station. However, there are services departing from Essen central train station and arriving at Amersfoort, Centraal Station via Utrecht, Station Leidsche Rijn and Utrecht, WKZ/PMC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Amersfoort?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Amersfoort. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Amersfoort Centraal via Oberhausen Hbf, Arnhem Centraal and Ede-Wageningen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 40m.

How far is it from Essen to Amersfoort?

The distance between Essen and Amersfoort is 158 km. The road distance is 155.8 km.

How do I travel from Essen to Amersfoort without a car?

The best way to get from Essen to Amersfoort without a car is to train via Arnhem which takes 2h 40m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Essen to Amersfoort?

It takes approximately 2h 40m to get from Essen to Amersfoort, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Amersfoort bus from?

Essen to Amersfoort bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Essen central train station.

Where do I catch the Essen to Amersfoort train from?

Essen to Amersfoort train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Oberhausen Hbf station.

Train or bus from Essen to Amersfoort?

The best way to get from Essen to Amersfoort is to train via Arnhem which takes 2h 40m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €20 - €35 and takes 3h 18m.

Where does the Essen to Amersfoort bus arrive?

Essen to Amersfoort bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Utrecht Leidsche Rijn Centrum station.

Where does the Essen to Amersfoort train arrive?

Essen to Amersfoort train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Arnhem Centraal station.

Can I drive from Essen to Amersfoort?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Amersfoort is 156 km. It takes approximately 1h 38m to drive from Essen to Amersfoort.

How do I get a train ticket from Essen to Amersfoort?

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Where can I stay near Amersfoort?

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Essen to Amersfoort - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Essen to Amersfoort by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Arnhem
best
1. Take the train from Oberhausen Hbf to Arnhem Centraal78 / ...
2. Take the train from Ede-Wageningen to Amersfoort CentraalSprinter RS34
2h 40m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Utrecht Leidsche Rijn Centrum056
3h 18m
€20–33
Drive 155.8 km
1. Drive from Essen to Amersfoort155.8 km
1h 38m
€28–40
Fly, train
1. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)DUS - AMS
2. Take the train from Schiphol Airport to Amersfoort Centraal
3h 23m
€120–342
Train
1. Take the train from Oberhausen Hbf to Utrecht CentraalIce / ...
3h 3m
€36–96

Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) flights

34Weekly Planes

56 minAverage Duration

€33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 158.4 km
Duration: 2h 40m

What companies run services between Essen, Germany and Amersfoort, Netherlands?

You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Amersfoort Centraal via Oberhausen Hbf, Arnhem Centraal, and Ede-Wageningen in around 2h 40m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Essen central train station to Utrecht Leidsche Rijn Centrum 5 times a week. Tickets cost €14–23 and the journey takes 2h 15m.

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