Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Amsterdam Centraal | Essen Central Train Station | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn | Train | Amsterdam Centraal | Essen Central Train Station | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Train | Amsterdam Centraal | Essen Central Train Station | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Train | Amsterdam Centraal | Essen Central Train Station | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn | Train | Amsterdam Centraal | Essen Central Train Station | No tags |
Compare 3 ways to travel from Amsterdam to Essen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 2 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just €13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Amsterdam and Essen?
Amsterdam
- A
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
- BJulianaplein 1A, 1097 Oost / Watergraafsmeer, Netherlands
- CStationsplein 3, 1115 BZ Duivendrecht, Netherlands
- D
Sloterdijk
Radarweg 1043, 1043 Amsterdam, Netherlands - EHoogoorddreef 54, 1101 BE Amsterdam-Zuidoost, Netherlands
- F
Centraal
Prins Hendrikkade 4, 1012 TM Amsterdam, Netherlands
Essen
- AAm Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
- BFreiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
Train Companies
Based on 13 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the value for money. Deutsche Bahn ICE ticket prices on this trip start at €56
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Amsterdam to Essen by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Amsterdam to Essen?
The cheapest train tickets from Amsterdam to Essen start from €23. The average price for this train route is around €67. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Amsterdam to Essen?
The average train journey time from Amsterdam to Essen is 2h 30m, covering a distance of 178 km. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 24m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Amsterdam to Essen route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Amsterdam to Essen?
The earliest train from Amsterdam to Essen departs at 06:40. And the latest train departs at 19:08.