The average train between Essen and Dorsten takes 5h 5m and the fastest train takes 4h 30m. There is a train service every few hours from Essen to Dorsten. 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 hourly between Essen and Dorsten. The earliest departure is at 6:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essen is at 10:30 PM which arrives into Dorsten at 9:01 AM. All services require a transfer at Roosendaal and take an average of 5h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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Want to know about travelling from Essen to Dorsten? 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 Essen to Dorsten. However, there are services departing from Essen station and arriving at Dorsten station via Arnhem Centraal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 5m.
Essen to Dorsten train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Roosendaal station.
Essen to Dorsten train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Oberhausen Hbf station.
The distance between Essen and Dorsten is 173.8 km. The road distance is 255 km.
You can take a train from Essen to Dorsten Bf via Roosendaal, Arnhem Centraal, Oberhausen Hbf, and Bottrop Hbf in around 4h 32m.