The average train between Essen and Netherlands takes 2h 8m and the fastest train takes 2h 2m. The train service runs several times per day from Essen to Netherlands. 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 3 hours between Essen and Netherlands. The earliest departure is at 5:47 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essen is at 9:47 PM which arrives into Netherlands at 11:50 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Essen to Netherlands. However, there are services departing from Essen station and arriving at Netherlands station via Anvers-Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 8m.
Essen to Netherlands train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Essen station.
Essen to Netherlands train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Amsterdam Centraal station.
Book your Essen to Netherlands train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) and Eurostar.
The distance between Essen and Netherlands is 117.6 km. The road distance is 187 km.
You can take a train from Essen to Amsterdam Centraal via Anvers-Central in around 2h 16m.