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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Netherlands is to bus which costs €19 - €50 and takes 3h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Netherlands is to drive which takes 2h 14m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Netherlands?

No, there is no direct bus from Essen station to Netherlands. However, there are services departing from Essen central train station and arriving at Amsterdam, Buiten Brouwersstraat via Amsterdam, Station Sloterdijk. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Netherlands?

Yes, there is an overnight train departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Amsterdam Centraal. This train operates every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 46m.

How far is it from Essen to Netherlands?

The distance between Essen and Netherlands is 204 km. The road distance is 201.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Netherlands without a car is to train which takes 3h 13m and costs €35 - €110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 13m to get from Essen to Netherlands, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Netherlands bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Essen to Netherlands train from?

Essen to Netherlands train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Oberhausen Hbf station.

Train or bus from Essen to Netherlands?

The best way to get from Essen to Netherlands is to train which takes 3h 13m and costs €35 - €110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €19 - €50 and takes 3h 58m.

Where does the Essen to Netherlands bus arrive?

Essen to Netherlands bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Amsterdam Sloterdijk station.

Where does the Essen to Netherlands train arrive?

Essen to Netherlands train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Amsterdam Centraal station.

Can I drive from Essen to Netherlands?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Netherlands is 201 km. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Essen to Netherlands.

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

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Where can I stay near Netherlands?

There are 2659+ hotels available in Netherlands.

Essen to Netherlands - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Essen to Netherlands by train, bus, night train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Oberhausen Hbf to Amsterdam Centraaltrain Ice / ...
3h 13m
€36–110
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Amsterdam Sloterdijkbus 037 / ...
3h 58m
€19–47
Night train
1. Take the night train from Essen Hbf to Amsterdam Centraalnighttrain Nj
2h 46m
€30–260
Drive 201.3 km
1. Drive from Essen to Amsterdamcar 201.3 km
2h 14m
€36–52
Train via Arnhem
1. Take the train from Oberhausen-Sterkrade to Arnhem Centraaltrain Stoptrein RE19
2. Take the train from Arnhem Centraal to Amsterdam Amsteltrain Intercity
4h 27m
€46–56
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Duesseldorf Flughafentrain
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)plane DUS - AMS
2h 48m
€114–343

Essen to Netherlands by train

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Distance: 204.4 km
Duration: 3h 13m

What companies run services between Essen, Germany and Netherlands?

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Oberhausen Hbf to Amsterdam Centraal every 4 hours. Tickets cost €30–100 and the journey takes 1h 55m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Essen central train station to Amsterdam Sloterdijk every 4 hours. Tickets cost €17–45 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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