The average train between Nieuwegein and Essen takes 2h 36m and the fastest train takes 2h 18m. The train service runs several times per day from Nieuwegein 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 4 times a day between Nieuwegein and Essen. The earliest departure is at 6:32 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Nieuwegein is at 9:17 PM which arrives into Essen at 8:50 AM. All services require a transfer at Utrecht, CS Centrumzijde and take an average of 2h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 18m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Nieuwegein 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 Nieuwegein to Essen. However, there are services departing from Nieuwegein station and arriving at Essen station via Utrecht, CS Centrumzijde. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 36m.
Nieuwegein to Essen train services, operated by U-Ov, depart from Nieuwegein, Nieuwegein City station.
Nieuwegein to Essen train services, operated by U-Ov, arrive at Oberhausen Hbf station.
The distance between Nieuwegein and Essen is 147.4 km. The road distance is 174 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Utrecht Centraal to Essen Hbf once daily. Tickets cost €29–120 and the journey takes 1h 57m.