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Museum Helmond - Kasteel Helmond
Museum inside Helmond Castle presenting local history, art and changing exhibitions. It is the city’s signature cultural visit.
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Essen to Helmond
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Oct
Cheapest price on 18 Oct
£40
Average ticket price on 18 Oct
£40
Fastest journey on 18 Oct
1 h 45 m
Average journey duration on 18 Oct
1 h 45 m
Trains on 18 Oct
6
Distance
94 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Essen to Helmond is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Essen to Helmond will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £40.
Fast trains
To travel from Essen to Helmond you need to make at least 2 changes.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Essen to Helmond
Germany
Netherlands
Trains from Essen to Helmond run on average 16 times per day, taking around 1h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £32 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:29, the last at 21:31. The fastest train covers the 94 km distance in 1h 32m.
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 £12
Distance 94 km |
Average train duration 1h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £32 |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 1h 32m |
First train 7:29 |
Last train 21:31 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
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 £12
Why should you book Essen to Helmond trains with Omio?
Deutsche Bahn operates all trains services from Essen to Helmond.
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Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Essen to Helmond trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Essen and Helmond from £12. 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
1h 32m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
£32
Deutsche Bahn frequency
16 a day
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.
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.
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.
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
Complete guide to Helmond
Things to do in Helmond
Discover the best of Helmond — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Helmond trip today.
- Recommended
Kunsthal Helmond
Contemporary art venue in the Boscotondo complex with rotating exhibitions of modern and current visual art. Good for a compact cultural stop.
Drukkerijmuseum
Small museum preserving a working printing workshop and historic presses. A local favourite for craft, design and industrial heritage.
- Recommended
Boscotondo
Distinctive circular urban quarter of postmodern apartments, arcades and water. It is one of Helmond’s best-known modern walking areas.
- Recommended
Markt
Central square framed by shops, terraces and civic buildings. A practical starting point for exploring the old centre on foot.
Warande
Green city park around the war memorial and paths beside the water. A pleasant place for a short stroll close to the centre.
Brabants stoofvlees
A hearty Brabant stew of beef slowly braised in dark beer and gingerbread. It is a much-loved regional comfort dish in North Brabant.
Brabantse worstenbroodje
A rich sausage roll from North Brabant with seasoned minced meat in pastry. It is one of the region’s most recognisable savoury snacks.
Brabants zacht worstenbroodje
A soft white bread roll often filled with ham, cheese or ragout. It is a classic Brabant bakery item and common lunch snack.
Restaurant De Rozario
Stylish modern restaurant serving refined European dishes in an intimate setting near the centre.
Stadsbrouwerij De Deftige Aap
Casual brewery venue known for locally brewed beer and hearty pub-style food in an informal setting.
Gastrobar Bij de Linde
Well-regarded grill and steak restaurant with a relaxed atmosphere and generous meat-focused menus.
Euro (€)
Moderate for the Netherlands. Dining and hotels are usually a little cheaper than Amsterdam, while local public transport and coffee are still fairly typical Dutch prices.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-15 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- €18-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €50-90 per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €2.50-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is usually included. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. In cafés, small change or rounding up is common.
Best day trips from Helmond by train
The most popular day trips by train from Helmond are Eindhoven, Tilburg, Utrecht, Amsterdam and Rotterdam. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Helmond on Omio.
Day trip from Helmond to Eindhoven by train
Why visit Eindhoven for the day?
Eindhoven is known for design, technology and its Philips past, giving it a modern, creative feel. Former industrial areas, contemporary architecture and a lively student scene shape the city’s character.
How to get from Helmond to Eindhoven by train?
There are 13 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 13 km distance in 10m.
Day trip from Helmond to Tilburg by train
Why visit Tilburg for the day?
Tilburg is a modern Brabant city known for its textile heritage, creative culture and lively festivals. Its youthful feel, shaped by students and the redeveloped Spoorzone, gives it an informal urban character.
How to get from Helmond to Tilburg by train?
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 40 km distance in 32m.
Day trip from Helmond to Utrecht by train
Why visit Utrecht for the day?
Utrecht is known for its canal wharves, medieval centre and the Dom Tower above a lively old city. Its large student population gives historic streets, cafés and museums an energetic but relaxed feel.
How to get from Helmond to Utrecht by train?
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:09, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 77 km distance in 57m.
Day trip from Helmond to Amsterdam by train
Why visit Amsterdam for the day?
Amsterdam is known for its canals, gabled houses and strong artistic heritage. Its compact centre mixes historic streets with a relaxed, bike-friendly atmosphere.
How to get from Helmond to Amsterdam by train?
The earliest train runs at 00:23, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 112 km distance in 1h 25m.
Day trip from Helmond to Rotterdam by train
Why visit Rotterdam for the day?
Rotterdam is a modern Dutch port city known for striking post-war architecture and a confident, creative feel. Landmarks such as the Erasmusbrug, Cube Houses and Markthal sit alongside a busy waterfront and lively cultural scene.
How to get from Helmond to Rotterdam by train?
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:21, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 95 km distance in 1h 9m.
FAQs: Essen to Helmond train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Essen to Helmond 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 Helmond, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Essen to Helmond can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £32, while the average price tends to be around £34.
The train journey from Essen to Helmond covers a distance of 94 km and takes approximately 1h 32m. Trains run 16 per day.
The train distance from Essen to Helmond is 94 km.
The first train from Essen to Helmond leaves at 7:29.
The last train from Essen to Helmond departs at 21:31.
Trains from Essen to Helmond run approximately 16 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Essen to Helmond.
There is no night train service from Essen to Helmond.
The train station in Essen that goes to Helmond is Essen Hbf, and it arrives at Helmond station.
Booking trains from Essen to Helmond in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Essen to Helmond is not particularly known for being scenic, primarily passing through urban and industrial areas in Germany and the southern Netherlands.
Yes, you can take the train from Essen to Helmond.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Essen and Helmond
Most Essen to Helmond trains use the Essen Hbf to Helmond station pair. Use this guide to compare Essen and Helmond train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Essen
Arrival train stations in Helmond
Which Essen station do trains to Helmond leave from?
Trains from Essen to Helmond leave from Essen Hbf. The station is 1 km from Essen city centre at Essen Hbf, Am Hauptbahnhof 5, 45127 Essen.
Essen HbfEssen Hbf, Am Hauptbahnhof 5, 45127 Essen
City-centre transport
Getting to Essen Hbf from Essen city centre
BusNe12, Ne11, Ne2, Ne1, 196, 166, 155, 154, 146, 145 · 5m · every ~50 min
Tram109, 108, 107, 105, 103, 101 · 2m · every ~46 min
Essen Hbf train station facilities and services
Essen Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bollywood Express - Pizza & More, Kiepenkerl, Cafe Extrablatt, Tacos
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Essen Hbf. ATMs are available at Essen Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Essen Hbf. Information desks are available at Essen Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Essen Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Essen Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Essen Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Essen Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Ambassador, Gästearpartment Dahl, WG-Hotel im Unperfekthaus, Motel One.
Essen, Kruppstraße / Am ThyssenhausAm Thyssenhaus & Kruppstraße, 45128 Essen-Stadtbezirk I, Germany
City-centre transport
Getting to Essen, Kruppstraße / Am Thyssenhaus from Essen city centre
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Essen, Kruppstraße / Am Thyssenhaus train station facilities and services
Essen, Kruppstraße / Am Thyssenhaus has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Essen, Kruppstraße / Am Thyssenhaus. ATMs are available at Essen, Kruppstraße / Am Thyssenhaus.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Essen, Kruppstraße / Am Thyssenhaus.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Essen, Kruppstraße / Am Thyssenhaus: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Essen, Kruppstraße / Am Thyssenhaus: The station has basic accessibility features.
Which Helmond station do trains from Essen arrive at?
Trains from Essen to Helmond arrive at Helmond. Helmond is 1 km from Helmond city centre.
HelmondStationsplein 1, 5701 PE Helmond, Netherlands+31 900 9292
City-centre transport
Getting to Helmond from Helmond city centre
Bus26, 51 · 4m · £1 · every ~3 min
Helmond train station facilities and services
Helmond 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, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant De Rozario, Brasserie Rubenshof
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Helmond. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Helmond. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Helmond: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Helmond: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Helmond.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Golden Tulip Hotel West-Ende, Fletcher Wellness-Hotel Helmond, Hotel Restaurant St. Lambert.
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