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

The cheapest way to get from Hilversum to Essen is to bus via Utrecht Leidsche Rijn Centrum which costs €18 - €35 and takes 3h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hilversum to Essen is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Hilversum and Essen?

No, there is no direct bus from Hilversum station to Essen. However, there are services departing from Utrecht Centraal station and arriving at Essen Hbf via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Hilversum and Essen?

No, there is no direct train from Hilversum to Essen. However, there are services departing from Hilversum and arriving at Essen Hbf via Arnhem Centraal and Oberhausen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 51m.

How far is it from Hilversum to Essen?

The distance between Hilversum and Essen is 227 km. The road distance is 172 km.

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

The best way to get from Hilversum to Essen without a car is to train via Arnhem which takes 2h 51m and costs €24 - €75.

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

It takes approximately 2h 51m to get from Hilversum to Essen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hilversum to Essen bus from?

Hilversum to Essen bus services, operated by GrandBus, depart from Utrecht Centraal station.

Where do I catch the Hilversum to Essen train from?

Hilversum to Essen train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Hilversum station.

Train or bus from Hilversum to Essen?

The best way to get from Hilversum to Essen is to train via Arnhem which takes 2h 51m and costs €24 - €75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €23 - €29 and takes 3h 14m.

Where does the Hilversum to Essen bus arrive?

Hilversum to Essen bus services, operated by GrandBus, arrive at Essen Hbf station.

Where does the Hilversum to Essen train arrive?

Hilversum to Essen train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Arnhem Centraal station.

Can I drive from Hilversum to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Hilversum to Essen is 172 km. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Hilversum to Essen.

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

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Where can I stay near Essen?

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There are 6 ways to get from Hilversum to Essen by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Arnhem
best
1. Take the train from Hilversum to Arnhem Centraaltrain Intercity
2. Take the train from Arnhem Centraal to Oberhausen Hbftrain Ice / ...
2h 51m
€24–73
Bus via Utrecht Leidsche Rijn Centrum
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Utrecht Leidsche Rijn Centrum to Essen central train stationbus 056
3h 54m
€19–31
Bus
1. Take the bus from Utrecht Centraal station to Essen Hbfbus Ivano-Frankivsk
3h 14m
€24–28
Drive 172 km
1. Drive from Hilversum to Essencar 172 km
1h 56m
€32–46
Fly, train
1. Fly from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane AMS - DUS
2. Take the train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Essen Hbftrain
2h 50m
€151–358
Train
1. Take the train from Utrecht Centraal to Duisburg Hbftrain Ice / ...
2h 59m
€20–79

Hilversum to Essen by train

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Distance: 227.4 km
Duration: 2h 51m

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

You can take a train from Hilversum to Essen Hbf via Arnhem Centraal and Oberhausen Hbf in around 2h 51m. Alternatively, GrandBus operates a bus from Utrecht Centraal station to Essen Hbf once daily. Tickets cost €22–25 and the journey takes 1h 59m.

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