Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Rotterdam to Essen on 29 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	19:14	Rotterdam Centraal	5h 36m	00:50	Essen Central Train Station	No tags
	Train	06:20	Rotterdam Centraal	4h 54m	11:14	Essen Central Train Station	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn	Train	07:20	Rotterdam Centraal	4h 38m	11:58	Essen Central Train Station	No tags
	Train	08:14	Rotterdam Centraal	3h 2m	11:16	Essen Central Train Station	No tags
	Train	08:20	Rotterdam Centraal	4h 54m	13:14	Essen Central Train Station	No tags

Compare 3 ways to travel from Rotterdam to Essen

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 4 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

4h 20mAverage duration

114 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£15 - £70	Average duration4h 20m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£32 - £64	Average duration3h	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£15 - £15	Average duration2h	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e