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ITAmsterdam to Essen Train & Bus Tickets
From Amsterdam (Netherlands) to Essen (Germany) · about 182 km
See prices for Amsterdam → Essen
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Search Prices →Train or bus? What recent searches show
Fares and timetables seen in recent TransitScanner searches for Amsterdam to Essen, side by side.
| Train | Bus | |
|---|---|---|
| Cheapest fare seen | €19.97 for travel on 9 Nov 2026 (seen 19 Oct 2026) | €12.48 for travel on 9 Nov 2026 (seen 19 Oct 2026) |
| Typical journey time | about 3 h 50 min (7 journeys) | about 3 h 40 min (5 journeys) |
| Sold by | FlixTrain, NS | FlixBus |
Last checked 23 Oct 2026. This is what searches saw, not a live quote: fares change, and the price at the seller's checkout is the one that counts.
Amsterdam to Essen: what to expect
Amsterdam and Essen are about 182 kilometres apart. TransitScanner compares the train and bus options sold on this route across many sellers, so fares, journey times and companies can be seen side by side.
This is an international route from Netherlands to Germany. Carry valid travel documents (passport or EU ID card where applicable) for border checks. At 182 km this is a short regional hop.
Fares are asked of the sellers on every search; the price at their checkout is the one that counts.
How to find cheap Amsterdam–Essen tickets
- Book early: fares often rise as the departure date approaches.
- Fares often differ between weekdays and times of day, so compare several dates.
- Use the multi-date scanner to find the cheapest day in a week or month.
- Compare direct and connecting options: a change can be cheaper, a direct journey is usually quicker.
FAQ: Amsterdam to Essen
How long does the journey from Amsterdam to Essen take?
In recent searches the typical journey took about 3 h 50 min by train and about 3 h 40 min by bus (median of the journeys seen, last checked 23 Oct 2026).
What is the cheapest ticket from Amsterdam to Essen?
The lowest fare seen recently is €12.48 by bus (FlixBus), for travel on 9 Nov 2026 (seen 19 Oct 2026). The lowest train fare seen is €19.97. Fares change daily: search your date to compare current train and bus prices.
Is it cheaper by train or by bus from Amsterdam to Essen?
In recent searches the lowest train fare was €19.97 and the lowest bus fare €12.48, so the bus was cheaper. Fares change by date, so compare your own.
Which companies sell tickets from Amsterdam to Essen?
Recent searches showed journeys sold by FlixTrain, NS, FlixBus.