The average train between Helmond and Essen takes 2h 33m and the fastest train takes 2h 21m. The train service runs several times per day from Helmond to Essen. 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 2 hours between Helmond and Essen. The earliest departure is at 12:29 AM at night, and the last departure from Helmond is at 8:29 PM which arrives into Essen at 10:50 PM. All services require a transfer at Venlo and take an average of 2h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 21m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Helmond to Essen? 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 Helmond to Essen. However, there are services departing from Helmond station and arriving at Essen Hbf station via Venlo station and Düsseldorf Hbf station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 33m.
Helmond to Essen train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Helmond station.
Helmond to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Essen Hbf station.
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The distance between Helmond and Essen is 93.6 km. The road distance is 105 km.
You can take a train from Helmond to Essen Hbf via Venlo and Düsseldorf Hbf in around 2h 21m.