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The average train between Netherlands and Essen takes 2h 10m and the fastest train takes 2h 2m. There is a train service every few hours from Netherlands 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.

2h 10m
Duration
187 km
Distance
€40
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train via Anvers-Central

best
  1. Take the train from Amsterdam Centraal to Anvers-Centraltrain train Thalys
  2. Take the train from Anvers-Central to Essentrain train S32 / ...
2h 10m
€19–99

Netherlands to Essen train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Netherlands and Essen. The earliest departure is at 6:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Netherlands is at 8:10 PM which arrives into Essen at 10:28 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 18m • 1 change

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 18m • 1 change

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 18m • 1 change

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 18m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 18m • 1 change

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 18m • 1 change

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 18m • 1 change

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 18m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 3m • 1 change

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    EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 3m • 1 change

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    EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 3m • 1 change

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 3m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 3m • 1 change

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 3m • 1 change

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    EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 3m • 1 change

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 3m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 3m • 1 change

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 3m • 1 change

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    EurostarBelgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 45m • 1 change

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 3m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Netherlands 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.

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  • Distance: 186.6 km
  • Duration: 2h 10m

What companies run services between Netherlands and Essen, Belgium?

You can take a train from Amsterdam Centraal to Essen via Anvers-Central in around 2h 10m.

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