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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Tilburg is to bus which costs €16 - €27 and takes 3h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Essen to Tilburg?

The fastest way to get from Essen to Tilburg is to drive which takes 1h 42m and costs €26 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Tilburg?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Essen central train station station and arriving at Tilburg Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Tilburg?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Tilburg. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Tilburg via Oberhausen Hbf and Arnhem Centraal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 53m.

How far is it from Essen to Tilburg?

The distance between Essen and Tilburg is 192 km. The road distance is 149.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Tilburg without a car is to train which takes 2h 53m and costs €22 - €110.

How long does it take to get from Essen to Tilburg?

It takes approximately 2h 53m to get from Essen to Tilburg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Tilburg bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Essen to Tilburg train from?

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

Train or bus from Essen to Tilburg?

The best way to get from Essen to Tilburg is to train which takes 2h 53m and costs €22 - €110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €16 - €27 and takes 3h 30m.

Where does the Essen to Tilburg bus arrive?

Essen to Tilburg bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Tilburg Station.

Where does the Essen to Tilburg train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essen to Tilburg?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Tilburg is 150 km. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Essen to Tilburg.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Tilburg?

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Essen to Tilburg - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Essen to Tilburg by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Oberhausen Hbf to Arnhem Centraaltrain 43N / ...
2. Take the train from Arnhem Centraal to Tilburgtrain Sprinter / ...
2h 53m
€22–102
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Tilburg Stationbus N1361
3h 30m
€16–27
Drive 149.9 km
1. Drive from Essen to Tilburgcar 149.9 km
1h 42m
€27–39

Essen to Tilburg by train

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Distance: 192.1 km
Duration: 2h 53m

What companies run services between Essen, Germany and Tilburg, Netherlands?

You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Tilburg via Oberhausen Hbf and Arnhem Centraal in around 2h 53m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Essen central train station to Tilburg Station once daily. Tickets cost €16–27 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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