The average train between Amsterdam Zuid and Essen takes 2h 55m and the fastest train takes 2h 29m. The train service runs several times per day from Amsterdam Zuid 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.
Trains run every 4 hours between Amsterdam Zuid and Essen. The earliest departure is at 12:41 AM at night, and the last departure from Amsterdam Zuid is at 8:56 PM which arrives into Essen at 11:35 PM. All services require a transfer at Utrecht Centraal and take an average of 2h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Amsterdam Zuid 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.
No, there is no direct train from Amsterdam Zuid to Essen. However, there are services departing from Amsterdam Zuid station and arriving at Essen station via Oberhausen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 55m.
Amsterdam Zuid to Essen train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Utrecht Centraal station.
Amsterdam Zuid to Essen train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Oberhausen Hbf station.
Book your Amsterdam Zuid to Essen train tickets online with Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) and Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional).
The distance between Amsterdam Zuid and Essen is 176.6 km. The road distance is 200 km.
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Utrecht Centraal to Oberhausen Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €16–35 and the journey takes 1h 20m.