Rotterdam to Essen train
Cheap train tickets from Rotterdam to Essen
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Train schedule from Rotterdam to Essen
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Fastest train times from Rotterdam to Essen
Fastest Journey
2 h 52 m
Average
5 h 9 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
182 km
Of the 8 trains that leave Rotterdam for Essen every day 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
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Overview: Train from Rotterdam to Essen
 | Distance | 113 miles (182 km) |
 | Average train duration | 3 h 4 min |
 | Average train ticket price | $22 (€21) |
 | Train frequency | 5 a day |
 | Direct train | No |
 | Train providers | Deutsche Bahn or Deutsche Bahn with connection |
Trains from Rotterdam to Essen cover the 113 miles (182 km) long journey taking on average 3 h 4 min with our travel partners like Deutsche Bahn or Deutsche Bahn with connection. Normally, there are 5 trains operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this journey costs around $22 (€21), you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as $21 (€20). Travelers depart most frequently from Rotterdam Centraal and arrive in Essen Hbf.
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Rotterdam to Essen trains
You can travel by train between Rotterdam and Essen with Deutsche Bahn for as low as $21 (€20). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best trip.
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is the main provider of train services in Germany, making on average 40, 000 journeys per day. A special feature of Deutsche Bahn is its wide range of ticket types, savings offers including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible fares and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100, which you can also use for your train from Rotterdam to Essen. DB uses different types of trains such as the ICE (Intercity Express), IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn) on its routes, which differ in terms of comfort and the time required to travel. For example, while bathrooms are standard amenities, services like an onboard restaurant or free WiFi are only available on certain trains.
- Average Price: $26
Travel Tips: Trains from Rotterdam to Essen
Travel between Rotterdam, Netherlands and Essen, Germany by train is: Fully open.
Can I enter Germany from Netherlands?
International entry status: Entry is fully open for citizens and permanent residents of Netherlands
Do I need to quarantine on arrival in Germany from Rotterdam?
Conditions of entry:
- There are no current restrictions
What are the safety rules to follow in Essen, Germany?
All travelers in Germany must observe these coronavirus safety measures:
- Physical distance: 1.5 metre (s) (5 feet)
- Face mask: Mandatory
The information above was last checked on 8/8/22. Remember to review the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations for your train to Essen from Rotterdam as this information can change.
Return travel from Germany to Netherlands is: Fully open.
Are there any international entry restrictions on returning to Rotterdam from Essen?
Entry into Netherlands is allowed for: Entry is fully open for citizens and permanent residents of Germany
Do I need to quarantine on arrival in Netherlands from Essen?
Requirements for reentering:
- There are no current restrictions
What are the safety rules to follow in Rotterdam, Netherlands?
The government of Netherlands has imposed these measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19:
- Physical distance requirement: 1.5 metre (s) (5 feet)
- Face mask requirement: Recommended
Last checked on 7/28/22. Please check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations closer to the travel date of your train to Rotterdam from Essen.
There are a few train stations in Rotterdam to start your route from including Rotterdam Centraal, Rotterdam Noord and Rotterdam Blaak. In Essen you have a few train station options to choose from for your arrival including Essen Hbf, Essen-Eiberg and Essen-Altenessen.
Omio customers traveling this route depart most frequently from Rotterdam Centraal and arrive in Essen Hbf.
You can find the most popular departure train station for this journey, Rotterdam Centraal, located approximately 0.6 miles (875 m) from the city center of Rotterdam. The most popular arrival train station in Essen, called Essen Hbf, is located around 1 mile (1.6 km) away from its city center.
Important Stations and Airports for this Journey
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Accessibility
Bus lines: 33, 34, 38, 39, 40, 44, 48
Tram lines: 4, 7, 8, 12, 20, 21, 23, 24, 25
Train lines: NS Intercity, NS Intercity Direct, NS Sprinter, NS Nachtnet, Thalys, Eurostar
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