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 + 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 | ||||
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 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 340, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Amsterdam and Essen?
Amsterdam
- 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 10 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the temperature but often complained with the timeliness. Deutsche Bahn ICE ticket prices on this trip start at R 438
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 differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Amsterdam to Essen?
The cheapest train tickets from Amsterdam to Essen start from R 438. The average price for this train route is around R 1 170. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure 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 21m, covering a distance of 178 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 20m 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 5 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 06:04. And the latest train departs at 20:15.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Amsterdam to Essen was searched and found on 18 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 031To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Amsterdam to Essen as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 031 to R 1 959 for a train ticket from Amsterdam to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 031, which is on 2025-12-18.
