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

The cheapest way to get from Essen 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 to Amsterdam?

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

Is there a direct bus between Essen 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 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 to Amsterdam?

The distance between Essen and Amsterdam is 204 km. The road distance is 201.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen 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 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 to Amsterdam bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Essen to Amsterdam train from?

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

Train or bus from Essen to Amsterdam?

The best way to get from Essen 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 to Amsterdam bus arrive?

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

Where does the Essen to Amsterdam train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essen to Amsterdam?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Amsterdam is 201 km. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Essen to Amsterdam.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Amsterdam?

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Essen 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 201.3 km
1. Drive from Essen to Amsterdamcar 201.3 km
2h 14m
€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 to Amsterdam by train

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Distance: 203.9 km
Duration: 2h 12m

What companies run services between Essen, 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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