The cheapest and fastest trains from Tilburg to Essen
Cheapest price
$19
Average price
$19
Fastest journey
1 h 1 m
Average duration
1 h 1 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
45 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Tilburg to Essen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tilburg to Essen will cost around $19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $19.
Of the 1 trains that leave Tilburg for Essen on Thu, Feb 05, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Feb 05 the direct trains cover the 45 km distance in an average of 1 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 1 m .
On Thu, Feb 05 the slowest trains will take 1 h 1 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Tilburg to Essen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Tilburg to Essen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €15, and a bus costs an average of €16.
Distance: 27 miles (45 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€16 Average price Cheapest | €18 Average price |
1h 13m Average total duration Fastest 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 59m Average total duration 4h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Tilburg to Essen train times
The table below shows live departures for Tilburg to Essen trains for tomorrow, Thursday, February 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:28 AM Tilburg | 1h01 | 7:29 AM Essen | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Tilburg to Essen
Trains from Tilburg to Essen run on average 6 times per day, taking around 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 (€15) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:31, the last at 19:31. The fastest train covers the 27 miles (45 km) distance in 1h 1m.
Distance 27 miles (45 km) |
Average train duration 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€15) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 1m |
First train 06:31 |
Last train 19:31 |
Train companies: PKP Intercity from Tilburg to Essen trainsPKP Intercity trains will get you between Tilburg and Essen from $19 (€15). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Tilburg to Essen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tilburg to Essen by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Essen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Tilburg to Essen
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Spoorlaan.
- Restaurant De Houtloods
- Eethuis Twintig
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.70
- Mercure Hotel Tilburg Centrum
- ibis Tilburg
- Bastion Hotel Tilburg
- Located in the main hall
- 1,800 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to various destinations
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Intercity and local services
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