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Trip Overview

The average train between Essen Hbf and Leeuwarden takes 4h 44m and the fastest train takes 3h 35m. The train service runs several times per day from Essen Hbf to Leeuwarden. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 44m
Duration
286 km
Distance
€45
Average price
5 times a day
Frequency

Essen Hbf to Leeuwarden train times

Trains run 5 times a day between Essen Hbf and Leeuwarden. The earliest departure is at 5:20 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essen Hbf is at 10:20 PM which arrives into Leeuwarden at 8:27 AM. All services require a transfer at Duisburg Hbf and take an average of 4h 44m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)VIAS Rail GmbHNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)10h 7m • 3 changes
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    Arrives next day

    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)VIAS Rail GmbHNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)10h 7m • 3 changes

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)VIAS Rail GmbHNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)4h 24m • 3 changes
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    National ExpressNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)3h 35m • 3 changes
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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)VIAS Rail GmbHNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)4h 24m • 3 changes
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    National ExpressNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)3h 35m • 3 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)VIAS Rail GmbHNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)4h 24m • 3 changes
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    National ExpressNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)3h 35m • 3 changes
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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)VIAS Rail GmbHNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)4h 24m • 3 changes
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    National ExpressNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)3h 35m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Essen Hbf to Leeuwarden? 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.

Map of how to get from Essen Hbf to Leeuwarden.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 285.6 km
  • Duration: 4h 44m

What companies run services between Essen Hbf, Germany and Leeuwarden, Netherlands?

You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Leeuwarden via Duisburg Hbf, Arnhem Centraal, and Zwolle in around 4h 9m.

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