The average train between Essen and Ermelo takes 4h 24m and the fastest train takes 3h 55m. The train service runs several times per day from Essen to Ermelo. 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 twice daily between Essen and Ermelo. The earliest departure is at 5:26 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essen is at 10:32 PM which arrives into Ermelo at 7:34 AM. All services require a transfer at Oberhausen Hbf and take an average of 4h 24m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



4h 8m • 3 changes


4h 8m • 3 changes


3h 55m • 3 changes


4h 8m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Essen to Ermelo? 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 Ermelo. However, there are services departing from Essen station and arriving at Ermelo station via Arnhem Centraal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.
Essen to Ermelo train services, operated by National Express, depart from Oberhausen Hbf station.
Essen to Ermelo train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Amersfoort Centraal station.
Book your Essen to Ermelo train tickets online with National Express, VIAS Rail GmbH and 2 other operators.
The distance between Essen and Ermelo is 133.8 km. The road distance is 235 km.
You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Ermelo via Oberhausen Hbf, Arnhem Centraal, and Amersfoort Centraal in around 3h 47m.