What is the cheapest way to get from Essen Hbf to Amsterdam?

The cheapest way to get from Essen Hbf to Amsterdam is to train via Oberhausen Hbf which costs €24 - €65 and takes 3h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Essen Hbf to Amsterdam?

The fastest way to get from Essen Hbf to Amsterdam is to train which takes 2h 12m and costs €35 - €150.

Is there a direct bus between Essen Hbf and Amsterdam?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Essen central train station station and arriving at Amsterdam Sloterdijk. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Essen Hbf and Amsterdam?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Amsterdam Centraal. Services depart five times a week, and operate Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2h 12m.

How far is it from Essen Hbf to Amsterdam?

The distance between Essen Hbf and Amsterdam is 204 km. The road distance is 202 km.

How do I travel from Essen Hbf to Amsterdam without a car?

The best way to get from Essen Hbf to Amsterdam without a car is to train which takes 2h 12m and costs €35 - €150.

How long does it take to get from Essen Hbf to Amsterdam?

The train from Essen Hbf to Amsterdam Centraal takes 2h 12m including transfers and departs five times a week.

Where do I catch the Essen Hbf to Amsterdam bus from?

Essen Hbf to Amsterdam bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Essen central train station.

Where do I catch the Essen Hbf to Amsterdam train from?

Essen Hbf to Amsterdam train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Essen Hbf station.

Train or bus from Essen Hbf to Amsterdam?

The best way to get from Essen Hbf to Amsterdam is to train which takes 2h 12m and costs €35 - €150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €32 - €35 and takes 4h 35m.

Where does the Essen Hbf to Amsterdam bus arrive?

Essen Hbf to Amsterdam bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Amsterdam Sloterdijk station.

Where does the Essen Hbf to Amsterdam train arrive?

Essen Hbf to Amsterdam train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Amsterdam Centraal station.

Can I drive from Essen Hbf to Amsterdam?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen Hbf to Amsterdam is 202 km. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Essen Hbf to Amsterdam.

How do I get a train ticket from Essen Hbf to Amsterdam?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Essen Hbf to Amsterdam?

Book your Essen Hbf to Amsterdam bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

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Essen Hbf to Amsterdam - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, and car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Amsterdam Centraaltrain 77
2h 12m
€35–150
Night train
cheapest
1. Take the nighttrain from Essen Hbf to Amsterdam Centraalnighttrain Nj
2h 46m
€21–95
Bus
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Amsterdam Sloterdijkbus N885 / ...
4h 35m
€32–35
Drive 202 km
1. Drive from Essen Hbf to Amsterdamcar 202 km
2h 15m
€37–53
Train via Oberhausen Hbf
1. Take the train from Oberhausen Hbf to Amsterdam Centraaltrain Ice / ...
3h 8m
€24–62
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Duesseldorf Flughafentrain
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)plane DUS - AMS
2h 47m
€129–321

Essen Hbf to Amsterdam by train

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Distance: 203.9 km
Duration: 2h 12m

What companies run services between Essen Hbf, Germany and Amsterdam, Netherlands?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Essen Hbf to Amsterdam Centraal 5 times a week. Tickets cost €35–150 and the journey takes 2h 12m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Essen central train station to Amsterdam Sloterdijk 4 times a day. Tickets cost €22–40 and the journey takes 4h 35m. GrandBus also services this route once daily.

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