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Trip Summary
There are 12 daily trains from Essen to Veenendaal. Traveling by train from Essen to Veenendaal usually takes around 3 hours and 12 minutes, but the fastest Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train can make the trip in 2 hours and 32 minutes.
| Distance | 74 mi (119 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 32m |
| Lowest price | $33.00 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 3 |
Which train should you take from Essen to Veenendaal?
There are 3 train lines with service from Essen to Veenendaal. Deutsche Bahn is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 12 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DB Intercity-Express | 2 | 2h 43m | $72.18 |
| Deutsche Bahn | 12 | 3h 15m | $71.24 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 6 | 3h 11m | $65.48 |
The most popular Deutsche Bahn ICE routes travel to Berlin, Cologne, Paris, and Munich. Seating is spacious with a good amount of legroom, and onboard amenities include complimentary WiFi, restrooms, and a restaurant car selling beverages, snacks, sandwiches, and hot meals. Unlike the rest of the Deutsche Bahn network, ticket prices on Deutsche Bahn ICE services are not based on a per-kilometer rate but on specific station-to-station links.
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Essen to Veenendaal start from $59, and on average cost . Daily there are 6 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Veenendaal. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Essen leaves from Train Station . And in Veenendaal trains arrive at Veenendaal Centrum and one other train station.
From Essen to Veenendaal train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 3 hours and 11 minutes. If you are looking to get to Veenendaal faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 2 hours and 32 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Essen to Veenendaal on Tuesday. Tickets for Tuesday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Tuesday. Tuesday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Essen at 3:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 9:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 12 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Veenendaal to Essen.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Essen?
Image credit: wwwuppertal
Link to image attributionMain departure station: Train Station
Essen Hauptbahnhof is the central railway station in Essen in Western Germany. The station has been rebuilt numerous times due to damage from the Second World War and other structural issues, and now over 400 trains serve the station daily. In addition, long-distance Deutsche Bahn ICE trains run regularly to destinations including Berlin, Cologne, Stuttgart, and Vienna. Regional trains travel cities such as Aachen, Dusseldorf, Wuppertal, and Munster. Inside the station are a variety of shops, restaurants and bakeries, banks, a pharmacy, ticket offices, and information desks. The station is in the center of Essen, so there are hotels, restaurants, and attractions a short walk away.
All train stations in Essen:
Train Station
Where is the train station in Veenendaal?
Main arrival station: Veenendaal West
Veenendaal receives travelers from Essen at its two active train stations.
Train stations in Veenendaal:
Veenendaal West
Veenendaal Centrum
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