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The cheapest and fastest trains from Amsterdam to Essen

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 05 Sept

Cheapest price on 05 Sept

£30

Average ticket price on 05 Sept

£53

Fastest journey on 05 Sept

2 h 26 m

Average journey duration on 05 Sept

2 h 35 m

Trains on 05 Sept

Distance

178 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Amsterdam to Essen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Amsterdam to Essen will cost around £53 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £30.

Fast trains

To travel from Amsterdam to Essen you need to make at least one change.

IC 60403 · 89741
21:012h26
Amsterdam Centraal
23:27Essen Hbf
£301One-way
1 change
ICE 221 · 26735
18:332h38
Amsterdam Centraal
21:11Essen Hbf
£381One-way
1 change
ICE 127 · 31266 · 10148
14:332h41
Amsterdam Centraal
17:14Essen Hbf
£411One-way
2 changes
ICE 127 · S6
14:333h09
Amsterdam Centraal
17:42Essen Hbf
£441One-way
1 change
ICE 123 · 26719
10:312h40
Amsterdam Centraal
13:11Essen Hbf
£441One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Amsterdam to Essen

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam to Essen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £19 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 2h 50m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, while a flight costs an average of £241.

Distance: 178 km

Compare train with

Most popular Train	Coach	Flight	Driving
£48 Average Price	£19 Average Price Cheapest	£241 Average Price	£35 Average Price (fuel + tolls)
3h 10m Average total duration 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	6h 52m Average total duration 6h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	2h 50m Average total duration Fastest 50m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time*	2h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door)
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions	0.5 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions	- CO2 emissions
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Amsterdam to Essen is a coach with an average price of £19.

This is compared to other travel options from Amsterdam to Essen:

A coach is £29 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Amsterdam to Essen costing on average £48.

A coach is £222 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Amsterdam to Essen costing on average £241.

The fastest way to travel from Amsterdam to Essen is by flight with an average journey time of 50m.

Other travel options to Essen take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 40m.

Coach takes on average 6h 22m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Amsterdam and Essen including taking a train, coach and flight.

Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 9m sooner (2h 40m by train vs 2h 49m by car). Tickets start at around £48 compared to roughly £35 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Amsterdam to Essen train times

The table below shows live departures for Amsterdam to Essen trains for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
ICE 129 · S3	On time 16:33 Amsterdam Centraal	2h32	19:05 Essen Hbf	1 change
ICE 129 · 26829	On time 16:33 Amsterdam Centraal	2h30	19:03 Essen Hbf	1 change
IC 3561 · 20093 · 10163	16:56 Amsterdam Zuid	3h18	20:14 Essen Hbf	2 changes
IC 3063 · S3+20035	17:24 Amsterdam Centraal	3h11	20:35 Essen Hbf	2 changes
IC 3563 · IC 3063 · S3+20035	17:26 Amsterdam Zuid	3h09	20:35 Essen Hbf	3 changes
ICE 221 · 26735	18:33 Amsterdam Centraal	2h38	21:11 Essen Hbf	1 change
IC 3071 · 26837+20039	19:24 Amsterdam Centraal	3h26	22:50 Essen Hbf	2 changes
IC 3571 · IC 3071 · 26837+20039	19:26 Amsterdam Zuid	3h24	22:50 Essen Hbf	3 changes
IC 60403 · 89741	On time 21:01 Amsterdam Centraal	2h26	23:27 Essen Hbf	1 change
IC 3079 · 26841+20043	21:24 Amsterdam Centraal	3h26	0:50 Essen Hbf	2 changes
IC 3579 · IC 3079 · 26841+20043	21:26 Amsterdam Zuid	3h24	0:50 Essen Hbf	3 changes
IC 2981 · 32589 · 18981 · 26845	21:39 Amsterdam Centraal	5h11	2:50 Essen Hbf	3 changes
Saturday 5 September
ICE 121 · Bus RE1	On time 6:38 Amsterdam Centraal	2h44	9:22 Essen	1 change
ICE 121 · S6	On time 6:38 Amsterdam Centraal	3h04	9:42 Essen Hbf	1 change
ICE 121 · IC 2206 · S2	On time 6:38 Amsterdam Centraal	2h29	9:07 Essen Hbf	2 changes
IC 3023+20015+Bus RE1	7:24 Amsterdam Centraal	3h43	11:07 Essen	2 changes
ICE 225 · 31254 · 10124	On time 8:31 Amsterdam Centraal	2h43	11:14 Essen Hbf	2 changes
ICE 225 · S6	On time 8:31 Amsterdam Centraal	3h11	11:42 Essen Hbf	1 change
ICE 225 · Bus RE1	On time 8:31 Amsterdam Centraal	2h51	11:22 Essen	1 change
IC 3529 · 20077 · 10131 · 90179	8:56 Amsterdam Zuid	3h53	12:49 Essen Hbf	4 changes
IC 3529 · 20077 · 10131 · Bus RE1	8:56 Amsterdam Zuid	3h56	12:52 Essen	3 changes
IC 3031+20019+26817	9:24 Amsterdam Centraal	3h26	12:50 Essen Hbf	2 changes
IC 3031+20019+Bus RE1	9:24 Amsterdam Centraal	3h43	13:07 Essen	2 changes
IC 3531 · IC 3031+20019+26817	9:26 Amsterdam Zuid	3h24	12:50 Essen Hbf	3 changes
IC 3531 · IC 3031+20019+Bus RE1	9:26 Amsterdam Zuid	3h41	13:07 Essen	3 changes
ICE 123 · 26719	On time 10:31 Amsterdam Centraal	2h40	13:11 Essen Hbf	1 change
ICE 123 · Bus RE1	On time 10:31 Amsterdam Centraal	2h51	13:22 Essen	1 change
IC 3537 · 20081 · 10139 · 26659	10:56 Amsterdam Zuid	3h53	14:49 Essen Hbf	4 changes
IC 3039+20023+26821	11:24 Amsterdam Centraal	3h26	14:50 Essen Hbf	2 changes
IC 3539 · IC 3039+20023+26821	11:26 Amsterdam Zuid	3h24	14:50 Essen Hbf	3 changes
ICE 125 · S6	On time 12:33 Amsterdam Centraal	3h09	15:42 Essen Hbf	1 change
ICE 125 · 31262 · 10140	On time 12:33 Amsterdam Centraal	2h41	15:14 Essen Hbf	2 changes
ICE 125 · Bus RE1	On time 12:33 Amsterdam Centraal	2h49	15:22 Essen	1 change
IC 3545 · 20085 · 10147 · 26663	12:56 Amsterdam Zuid	3h53	16:49 Essen Hbf	4 changes
IC 3545 · 20085 · 10147 · 88282	12:56 Amsterdam Zuid	3h53	16:49 Essen Hbf	4 changes
IC 3545 · 20085 · 10147 · Bus RE1	12:56 Amsterdam Zuid	3h56	16:52 Essen	3 changes
IC 3047+20027+26825	13:24 Amsterdam Centraal	3h26	16:50 Essen Hbf	2 changes
IC 3047+20027+Bus RE1	13:24 Amsterdam Centraal	3h43	17:07 Essen	2 changes
IC 3547 · IC 3047+20027+26825	13:26 Amsterdam Zuid	3h24	16:50 Essen Hbf	3 changes
IC 3547 · IC 3047+20027+Bus RE1	13:26 Amsterdam Zuid	3h41	17:07 Essen	3 changes
ICE 127 · S6	On time 14:33 Amsterdam Centraal	3h09	17:42 Essen Hbf	1 change
ICE 127 · 31266 · 10148	On time 14:33 Amsterdam Centraal	2h41	17:14 Essen Hbf	2 changes
ICE 127 · Bus RE1	On time 14:33 Amsterdam Centraal	2h49	17:22 Essen	1 change
IC 3553 · 20089 · 10155 · 26667	14:56 Amsterdam Zuid	3h53	18:49 Essen Hbf	4 changes
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Deutsche Bahn as well as VIAS Rail GmbH or Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) offer trains services from Amsterdam to Essen.

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Why book with Omio vs Deutsche Bahn?

Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Deutsche Bahn, but also compare tickets for the likes of VIAS Rail GmbH or Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) to find the best option for your trip from Amsterdam to Essen.
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Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of VIAS Rail GmbH or Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) to find the best option for your trip from Amsterdam to Essen.
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Amsterdam to Essen

Netherlands

Germany

Trains from Amsterdam to Essen run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:38. The fastest train covers the 178 km distance in 2h 20m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £13

Distance

178 km

Average train duration

2h 40m

Cheapest ticket price

£19

Trains per day

Fastest train

2h 20m

First train

0:01

Last train

23:38

Cheapest Month

Sept

Cheapest Day

Tue

High Season

Jul - Sept

Low Season

Jan - Mar

Busiest Day

Tue

Least Busy Day

Sat

Best time to book

49 days

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £13

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, VIAS Rail GmbH, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Amsterdam to Essen trainsDeutsche Bahn, VIAS Rail GmbH, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Amsterdam and Essen from £13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn

About

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Deutsche Bahn Duration

2h 20m

Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price

£19

Luggage included

Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves

Luggage storage

Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.

Cancellation Policy

Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?

Refund

If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.

Seat reservation

Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.

Pets

Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.

Quiet zone

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What's included in each class

Compare Deutsche Bahn classes and the amenities included in each one.

1st Class

Power plugs
Wide seats
Extra legroom
Quiet zone
WC

2nd Class

Power plugs
WC

VIAS Rail GmbH

About

VIAS Rail GmbH is a German rail service company based in Frankfurt, operating passenger rail services in the states of Hesse, Rhineland-Palatinate, and North Rhine-Westphalia. The name \VIAS\" is derived from the Latin word \"via\" (way) and \"S\" for service. VIAS Rail GmbH operates numerous regional train lines, including services on the Odenwald Railway network and lines in the Rhein-Main Gebiet. They utilize various train types, such as Bombardier Itino and Stadler FLIRT vehicles. The company is a subsidiary of the RATH Group."

Luggage & cancellation policy

VIAS Rail GmbH frequency

3 a day

Luggage included

One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included

Luggage storage

Overhead racks and designated luggage areas

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation possible according to fare conditions

Refund

Full refund provided for canceled services

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Snack and beverage service available

Seat reservation

Seat reservations available for additional fee

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available

Pets

Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket

Quiet zone

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) Duration

2h 27m

Cheapest Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) Price

£87

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) frequency

6 a day

Complete guide to Essen

Things to do in Essen

Discover the best of Essen — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Essen trip today.

Must visit

Museum Folkwang

Major art museum with strong 19th- and 20th-century collections, posters and photography. A leading cultural stop in central Essen.

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Must visit

Ruhr Museum

Industrial history museum in the former boiler house at Zollverein. Engaging displays explain coal, steel and daily life across the Ruhr.

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Recommended

Red Dot Design Museum

Design museum inside the Zollverein complex, showing contemporary design, everyday objects and changing exhibitions in a dramatic industrial setting.

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Euro (€)

Moderate for Germany. Hotels and dining are often slightly cheaper than Munich or Frankfurt, while local transport and everyday costs stay fairly manageable for visitors.

Average meal costs

Budget: €8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
Mid-range: €18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining: €60+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee: €2.80-4.50 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service is usually not included. In restaurants, round up or tip about 5-10%. For taxis, round up the fare. In cafés, small change or rounding up is customary.

FAQs: Amsterdam to Essen train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Amsterdam to Essen by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Essen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

The cost of a train ticket from Amsterdam to Essen can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £19, while the average price tends to be around £48.

The train journey from Amsterdam to Essen covers a distance of 178 km and takes approximately 2h 20m. Trains run 7 per day.

The train distance from Amsterdam to Essen is 178 km.

The first train from Amsterdam to Essen leaves at 0:01.

The last train from Amsterdam to Essen departs at 23:38.

Trains from Amsterdam to Essen run approximately 7 times per day.

Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Amsterdam to Essen.

To get from Amsterdam to Essen, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.

There is no night train service from Amsterdam to Essen.

The train station in Amsterdam that goes to Essen is Amsterdam Centraal, and it arrives at Essen Hbf.

The cheapest way to get from Amsterdam to Essen is by coach, costing approximately £13.

Booking trains from Amsterdam to Essen in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.

The train journey from Amsterdam to Essen offers a pleasant view of the Dutch and German countryside, featuring flat landscapes, green fields, and small towns, although it is not particularly known for dramatic scenery.

A day trip from Amsterdam to Essen is not feasible, as the journey takes 2h 20m. However, there are 10 train trips available per day. The distance between the two cities is 178 km.

To fully experience Essen's cultural and historical highlights, plan for 2 to 3 days.

Yes, you can take the train from Amsterdam to Essen.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Amsterdam and Essen

Most Amsterdam to Essen trains use the Amsterdam Centraal to Essen Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Essen, Kruppstraße / Am Thyssenhaus. Use this guide to compare Amsterdam and Essen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Amsterdam

Arrival train stations in Essen

Which Amsterdam station do trains to Essen leave from?

Trains from Amsterdam to Essen leave from Amsterdam Centraal. The station is 1 km from Amsterdam city centre at Stationsplein, 1012 AB Amsterdam, Netherlands.

Amsterdam CentraalStationsplein, 1012 AB Amsterdam, Netherlands Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Amsterdam Centraal from Amsterdam city centre

BusN87, N85, N88 · 6m · £0.90 · every ~2 min

Tram17, 2, 24 · 4m · £0.90 · every ~48 min

Subway52 · 1m · £0.90 · every ~28 min

Amsterdam Centraal train station facilities and services

Amsterdam Centraal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: De Broodzaak, Kyoto Sushi & Grill, Starbucks, The Doner Company, Wagamama, Wurst & Schnitzelhaus, Smullers, Burger King, Grand Café First Class, Burgerij, & many more

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free WiFi in all station areas. ATMs are available at Amsterdam Centraal.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Amsterdam Centraal. Information desks are located in a small white building in front of the station's main entrance and at various points in the main passenger hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is located on the ground floor near the front entrance in the eastern walkway, near the stairs to platform 2. Open daily from 07:00 to 01:00. .

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Amsterdam Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Amsterdam Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam Centraal: The station is fully accessible, including lifts to the platforms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include NH Collection Amsterdam Barbizon Palace, Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam, Art’otel Amsterdam.

More about Amsterdam Centraal

Amsterdam ZuidParnassusweg 819, 1082 LZ Amsterdam, Netherlands+31 20 624 1111 Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Amsterdam Zuid from Amsterdam city centre

Amsterdam Zuid is 4 km from Amsterdam city centre. Public transport options include:

Tram5 · 18m · £2 · every ~12 min

Subway52 · 8m · £2 · every ~28 min

Amsterdam Zuid train station facilities and services

Amsterdam Zuid has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.