Train from Rotterdam to Essen: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Rotterdam to Essen on November 29
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Deutsche BahnTrain
Rotterdam Centraal
Essen Central Train StationNo tags
Deutsche BahnTrain
Rotterdam Centraal
Essen Central Train StationNo tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
Train
Rotterdam Centraal
Essen Central Train StationNo tags
Deutsche BahnTrain
Rotterdam Centraal
Essen Central Train StationNo tags
Deutsche BahnTrain
Rotterdam Centraal
Essen Central Train StationNo tags

Compare 3 ways to go from Rotterdam to Essen

We recommend taking the bus

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

2bus per day
4h 20mAverage Duration
114 milesDistance
5kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$20 - $90Average Duration4h 20m
5kg CO₂e
Average Price$42 - $83Average Duration3h
4kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average Price$19 - $19Average Duration2h
8kg CO₂e

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