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's-Hertogenbosch to Essen trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between 's-Hertogenbosch and Essen takes 3h 4m and the fastest train takes 2h 16m. The train service runs several times per day from 's-Hertogenbosch to Essen. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 4m
Duration
170 km
Distance
€31
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train via Arnhem

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  1. Take the train from 's-Hertogenbosch to Arnhem Centraaltrain train Intercity
  2. Take the train from Arnhem Centraal to Oberhausen Hbftrain train Ice / ...
2h
€18–62

's-Hertogenbosch to Essen train times

Trains run every 2 hours between 's-Hertogenbosch and Essen. The earliest departure is at 6:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from 's-Hertogenbosch is at 11:55 PM which arrives into Essen at 7:27 AM. All services require a transfer at Arnhem Centraal and take an average of 3h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)VIAS Rail GmbHNational Express2h 32m • 2 changes

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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)VIAS Rail GmbHNational Express3h 2m • 2 changes

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)VIAS Rail GmbHNational Express2h 32m • 2 changes

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)VIAS Rail GmbHNational Express2h 32m • 2 changes

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)VIAS Rail GmbHNational Express2h 32m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)VIAS Rail GmbHNational Express3h 2m • 2 changes

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)VIAS Rail GmbHNational Express2h 32m • 2 changes

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)VIAS Rail GmbHNational Express2h 32m • 2 changes

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)VIAS Rail GmbHNational Express2h 32m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)VIAS Rail GmbHNational Express3h 2m • 2 changes

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)VIAS Rail GmbHNational Express2h 32m • 2 changes

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)VIAS Rail GmbHNational Express2h 32m • 2 changes

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)VIAS Rail GmbHNational Express2h 32m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)VIAS Rail GmbHNational Express3h 2m • 2 changes

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)VIAS Rail GmbHNational Express2h 32m • 2 changes

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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)VIAS Rail GmbHNational Express2h 32m • 2 changes

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)VIAS Rail GmbHNational Express2h 32m • 2 changes

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)VIAS Rail GmbHNational Express2h 32m • 2 changes

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)VIAS Rail GmbHNational Express2h 32m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from 's-Hertogenbosch to Essen? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 170 km
  • Duration: 3h 4m

What companies run services between 's-Hertogenbosch, Netherlands and Essen, Germany?

You can take a train from 's-Hertogenbosch to Essen Hbf via Arnhem Centraal and Oberhausen Hbf in around 2h.

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