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Taking the train from Essen Hbf to Amsterdam-Centraal in 2 hours 26 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Essen Hbf to Amsterdam-Centraal? We’ve got you covered.
It usually takes around 3 hours 6 minutes to travel the 111 miles (178 km) from Essen Hbf to Amsterdam-Centraal by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 26 minutes on the fastest services. You’ll normally find around 39 trains per day running on this route. You’ll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line.
Train tickets from Essen Hbf to Amsterdam-Centraal start from £31.37 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than buying them on the day. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
Keen to book your train tickets to Amsterdam-Centraal? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable below, tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs, including first and last train times.
Essen Hbf to Amsterdam-Centraal by train
It takes an average of 3h 6m to travel from Essen Hbf to Amsterdam-Centraal by train, over a distance of around 111 miles (178 km). There are normally 39 trains per day travelling from Essen Hbf to Amsterdam-Centraal and tickets for this journey start from £31.37 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:08 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:45 | |
| Departure station | Essen Hbf | |
| Arrival station | Amsterdam-Centraal | |
| Journey time | From 2h 26m | |
| Distance | 111 miles (178 km) | |
| Frequency | 39 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £31.37 | |
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FAQs about the train journey from Essen Hbf to Amsterdam-Centraal
Want to know more about your journey from Essen Hbf to Amsterdam-Centraal? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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Cheap train tickets from Essen Hbf to Amsterdam-Centraal
Book in advance
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Essen Hbf to Amsterdam-Centraal by booking early.§
Be flexible with your travel times
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
Choose a slower or connecting train
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Look out for special deals
Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.