Essen to Enschede by train

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Overview: trains from Essen to Enschede

Find the key information for travelling by train from Essen to Enschede, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 00:44 View journey
Last train 23:46 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 2hr 10m View journey
Distance (km) 86
Trains / day 64 View all
Cheapest journey US$39.00 View journey
Avg journey time 3hr 28m
Train operators 21

Travelling by train from Essen to Enschede

Ready to travel from Essen to Enschede by train? Whether it’s your first time or you’re a seasoned train traveller, this guide will provide you with all the essential information you need for a smooth, enjoyable ride.

Train ticket cost for journeys between Essen and Enschede

Just like airline tickets, train fares vary by the operator, the number of stops, the time of day you travel, how far in advance you book and more. When it comes to timing, while the cheapest tickets on this route are typically US$39.00, when booked a month in advance, tickets costs an average of , and when purchased a week in advance, tickets increase to .

How to find cheap train tickets

Booking early nearly always keeps more money in your pocket, but there are other ways to save big on tickets. Refer to our cheap train ticket guide to make sure you make the most out of your travel budget.

Essen to Enschede daily train schedule

Whether you’re headed to Enschede on a Tuesday or a Sunday, with 64 trains per day, you will have multiple options to choose from.

  • 00:44: departure of first train Monday-Friday

  • 23:46: departure of last train Monday-Friday

  • 00:44: departure of first train on weekends

  • 23:46: departure of last train on weekends

  • Every 15 minutes: frequency of train departures

How long does the train from Essen to Enschede take?

The shortest journey time on this route is 2 hours and 10 minutes, with trains covering a total distance of 86 kilometres.

How early can you book train tickets between Essen and Enschede?

Tickets along this route go on sale 7 and a half months in advance. To be notified as soon as tickets are available, set up a booking alert with Rail Europe. We will send you an email notification when tickets are available.

Learn more about train travel from Essen to Enschede

Refer to our help articles for more details and insights on train travel from Essen and beyond. Get ready for your visit with travel tips and inspiration in our Enschede city guide.

FAQs about the train journey from Essen to Enschede

Want to know more about your journey from Essen to Enschede? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The distance between Essen and Enschede is 86 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.