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Trip Overview

The average train between Essen and Rotterdam takes 1h 9m and the fastest train takes 1h 5m. There is a train service every few hours from Essen to Rotterdam. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

1h 9m
Duration
64 km
Distance
€9
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Roosendaal to Rotterdam Blaaktrain train Intercity
1h 2m
€8–13

Essen to Rotterdam train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Essen and Rotterdam. 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 Rotterdam at 11:35 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)1h 5m • 1 change

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)1h 5m • 1 change

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)1h 5m • 1 change

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)1h 5m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)1h 5m • 1 change

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)1h 5m • 1 change

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)1h 5m • 1 change

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)1h 5m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)1h 5m • 1 change

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)1h 5m • 1 change

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)1h 5m • 1 change

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)1h 5m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)7h 35m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)1h 5m • 1 change

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)1h 5m • 1 change

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)1h 5m • 1 change

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)1h 5m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)1h 5m • 1 change

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)1h 5m • 1 change

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)1h 5m • 1 change

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    Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)1h 5m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Essen to Rotterdam? 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: 63.8 km
  • Duration: 1h 9m

What companies run services between Essen, Belgium and Rotterdam, Netherlands?

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Roosendaal to Rotterdam Blaak hourly. Tickets cost €6–11 and the journey takes 34 min.

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