Travelling from Essen to Maastricht by train

Want to know how to get from Essen to Maastricht by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Essen to Maastricht take around 2 hours and 15 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 113 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Essen is scheduled to depart at around  00:00. The last departure is usually at around 23:48 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Essen at around 05:09, with the last train leaving at around 23:09. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 43 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 19 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$51.00.

We think any time is a great time to visit Maastricht, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Maastricht.

Is there a direct train from Essen to Maastricht?

The journey between Essen and Maastricht usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Essen to Maastricht every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

Trains are typically more frequent on weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Essen to Maastricht?

The Essen to Maastricht train travel takes about 2 hours and 15 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Essen to Maastricht train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Maastricht leaving Essen at around 00:00 and the last train leaving at around 23:48 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Essen at around 05:09, with the final departure at 23:09.