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Trip Summary
77 trains operate daily from Essen to Zandvoort. The train trip from Essen to Zandvoort is usually about 4 hours and 54 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can get you there in as little as 3 hours and 55 minutes.
| Distance | 123 mi (198 km) |
| Fastest train | 3h 55m |
| Lowest price | $21.23 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 3 |
Which train should you take from Essen to Zandvoort?
There are 3 train lines with service from Essen to Zandvoort. Deutsche Bahn is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 68 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DB Intercity | 1 | 5h 2m | $61.78 |
| Deutsche Bahn | 68 | 4h 52m | $55.24 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 14 | 5h 10m | $51.35 |
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 Zandvoort start from $21, and on average cost . Daily there are 14 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Zandvoort. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Essen leaves from Essen-Dellwig and 6 other stations. And in Zandvoort trains arrive at Zandvoort aan Zee .
From Essen to Zandvoort train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 5 hours and 10 minutes. If you are looking to get to Zandvoort faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 3 hours and 55 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Essen and Zandvoort is approximately 123 miles, or 198 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 4 hours and 54 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 hours and 55 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.
Trains departing from Essen to Zandvoort tend to have the most passengers on Tuesday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Tuesday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Tuesday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Essen at 12:00am 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 77 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 Zandvoort to Essen.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Essen?
Main departure station: Essen-Horst
Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 9 stops and stations in Essen where you can board the train.
All train stations in Essen:
Essen-Horst
Essen-Dellwig
Essen-Eiberg
Essen-Werden
Kettwig
Train Station
Kettwig Stausee
Essen-Kupferdreh
Essen-Dellwig Ost
Where is the train station in Zandvoort?
Main arrival station: Zandvoort aan Zee
Zandvoort has one train station.
All train stations in Zandvoort:
Zandvoort aan Zee
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