The average train between Essen and 's-Hertogenbosch takes 3h 1m and the fastest train takes 2h 27m. The train service runs several times per day from Essen to 's-Hertogenbosch. 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 Essen and 's-Hertogenbosch. The earliest departure is at 1:32 AM at night, and the last departure from Essen is at 10:32 PM which arrives into 's-Hertogenbosch at 8:06 AM. All services require a transfer at Oberhausen Hbf and take an average of 3h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 34m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Essen to 's-Hertogenbosch? 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 's-Hertogenbosch. However, there are services departing from Essen station and arriving at 's-Hertogenbosch station via Arnhem Centraal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.
Essen to 's-Hertogenbosch train services, operated by National Express, depart from Oberhausen Hbf station.
Essen to 's-Hertogenbosch train services, operated by National Express, arrive at 's-Hertogenbosch station.
Book your Essen to 's-Hertogenbosch train tickets online with National Express, VIAS Rail GmbH and 2 other operators.
The distance between Essen and 's-Hertogenbosch is 121.1 km. The road distance is 170 km.
You can take a train from Essen Hbf to 's-Hertogenbosch via Oberhausen Hbf and Arnhem Centraal in around 2h 37m.