Nijmegen to Essen train travel explained

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

The fastest trains from Nijmegen to Essen take around 2 hours and 4 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 91 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Nijmegen is scheduled to depart at around  00:08. The last departure is usually at around 22:25 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Nijmegen at around 00:08, with the last train leaving at around 22:08. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 35 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 25 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$61.00.

We think any time is a great time to visit Essen, 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 Essen.

Is there a direct train from Nijmegen to Essen?

The journey between Nijmegen and Essen usually involves changes of train.

We usually find around departures on this route every weekday, counting only those that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found around departures.

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

The Nijmegen to Essen train travel takes about 2 hours and 4 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Nijmegen to Essen train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Essen leaving Nijmegen at around 00:08 and the last train leaving at around 22:25 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Nijmegen at around 00:08, with the final departure at 22:08.