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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Steenwijk is to drive which costs €35 - €55 and takes 2h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Steenwijk is to drive which takes 2h 9m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Steenwijk?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Steenwijk. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Steenwijk via Oberhausen Hbf, Arnhem Centraal and Zwolle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.

How far is it from Essen to Steenwijk?

The distance between Essen and Steenwijk is 225 km. The road distance is 205 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Steenwijk without a car is to train which takes 3h 31m and costs €45 - €110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 31m to get from Essen to Steenwijk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Steenwijk train from?

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

Where does the Essen to Steenwijk train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essen to Steenwijk?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Steenwijk is 205 km. It takes approximately 2h 9m to drive from Essen to Steenwijk.

Where can I stay near Steenwijk?

There are 634+ hotels available in Steenwijk.

Essen to Steenwijk - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Essen to Steenwijk by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Oberhausen Hbf to Arnhem Centraaltrain 78 / ...
2. Take the train from Arnhem Centraal to Zwolletrain
3. Take the train from Zwolle to Steenwijktrain
3h 31m
€46–101
Drive 205 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Essen to Steenwijkcar 205 km
2h 9m
€36–52
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Arnhem Central Stationbus 056
2. Take the bus from Apeldoorn, Station to Zwolle, Stationbus 201
3. Take the train from Zwolle to Steenwijktrain
4h 37m
Train via Enschede
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Dülmen, Bahnhoftrain Re2
2. Take the train from Dülmen, Bahnhof to Enschedetrain
3. Take the train from Enschede to Zwolletrain
4. Take the train from Zwolle to Steenwijktrain
4h 43m
€46–73

Essen to Steenwijk by train

210Weekly Trains

3h 31mAverage Duration

€46Cheapest Price

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Distance: 224.5 km
Duration: 3h 31m

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

You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Steenwijk via Oberhausen Hbf, Arnhem Centraal, and Zwolle in around 3h 31m.

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