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Trip Summary
3 trains operate daily from Essen to Breukelen. The train trip from Essen to Breukelen is usually about 4 hours and 50 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can get you there in as little as 4 hours and 34 minutes.
| Distance | 129 mi (208 km) |
| Fastest train | 4h 34m |
| Lowest price | $39.19 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 3 |
Which train should you take from Essen to Breukelen?
There are 3 train lines with service from Essen to Breukelen. Deutsche Bahn is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 3 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DB Intercity | 1 | 4h 44m | $57.77 |
| Deutsche Bahn | 3 | 4h 52m | $54.71 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 1 | 4h 34m | $57.77 |
Deutsche Bahn IC is the German railway's long-distance train service provider with service across Germany and neighboring countries, including the Netherlands, Denmark, Switzerland, and Poland. Onboard amenities include restrooms, power outlets, and a restaurant car where passengers can purchase drinks, snacks, and meals.
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Essen to Breukelen start from $58, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Breukelen. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Essen leaves from Essen(Oldb) . And in Breukelen trains arrive at Train Station .
From Essen to Breukelen train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 4 hours and 34 minutes.
If you are looking to travel to Breukelen on a weekend there is typically one Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company scheduled trip per day, which will cost for a one-way weekend reservation from Essen.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Essen and Breukelen is approximately 129 miles, or 208 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 4 hours and 50 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 4 hours and 34 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Sunday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Essen to Breukelen. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Sunday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Sunday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Essen at 6:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 8:00pm. 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 3 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 Breukelen to Essen.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Essen?
Main departure station: Essen(Oldb)
Essen (Oldb) is a small train station in the village of Essen in northern Germany, to the south of Bremen. The station itself serves one regional line, the RE18, that frequently runs to Osnabrück and Wilhelmshaven, from where you can find regular connections into Bremen. Although the station is small and without amenities, the village of Essen has a few restaurants and a supermarket not far from the station where you can find supplies before you travel. There is also parking directly outside the station, and local bus stops for getting around the village.
All train stations in Essen:
Essen(Oldb)
Where is the train station in Breukelen?
Main arrival station: Train Station
Breukelen has one train station.
All train stations in Breukelen:
Train Station
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