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Travel from Essen Hbf to Rotterdam Centraal by train in 2 hours 37 minutes
If you want to know more about the journey from Essen Hbf to Rotterdam Centraal by train, look no further!
The average journey time from Essen Hbf to Rotterdam Centraal by train is 3 hours 43 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 2 hours 37 minutes. Around 32 trains per day travel the 114 miles (183 km) between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way to Rotterdam Centraal.
Book train tickets from Essen Hbf to Rotterdam Centraal in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £17.42. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices when you search in our Journey Planner.
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Essen Hbf to Rotterdam Centraal by train
It takes an average of 3h 43m to travel from Essen Hbf to Rotterdam Centraal by train, over a distance of around 114 miles (183 km). There are normally 32 trains per day travelling from Essen Hbf to Rotterdam Centraal and tickets for this journey start from £17.42 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:08 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 20:09 | |
| Departure station | Essen Hbf | |
| Arrival station | Rotterdam Centraal | |
| Journey time | From 2h 37m | |
| Distance | 114 miles (183 km) | |
| Frequency | 32 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £17.42 | |
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Cheap train tickets from Essen Hbf to Rotterdam 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 Rotterdam 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.