From
€ 19
Quickly to the heart of Essen
- From € 19* one-way trip with ICE International
- Travel time Amsterdam – Essen 2:21 hours (change trains once)
- Tip! Early booking = lowest prices
The advantages of travelling by train
- Board directly, no check-ins
- Comfortable seating
- Arrival in the heart of town
- No parking costs
- Online no booking fee
Essen is known for its "Zollverein". This industrial complex is a UNESCO World Heritage site thanks to its distinctive Bauhaus architecture. The city is also bursting with cultural attractions, such as museums, theatres, and cinemas. In 2010, it was even one of Europe's cultural capitals! It's still very worthwhile to visit Essen.
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Travel information
Travel information Essen
Going to Essen for a city getaway or a business trip? With the international train ICE International you can travel from Amsterdam Central Station, changing trains once to get to Essen.Overview travel time to Essen
Route Travel time Change trains Amsterdam - Essen 2:21 1 Schiphol - Essen 2:37 2 Rotterdam - Essen 2:48 2 Utrecht - Essen 1:51 1 -
Prices
Prices train tickets Essen
No trip is the same. We are very aware of this and therefore offer a fitting rate for every travel situation.The price depends on
- The moment of booking - Early booking means lowest prices
- Travel class - 1st or 2nd class
- Flexibility - Regarding rebooking and cancellations
Options flexibility ICE International
Supersparpreis Europa
- Always the lowest rates
- Can be booked until departure
- Can't be rebooked or cancelled (for a charge)
Sparpreis Europa
- Can be booked until departure
- Can be rebooked or cancelled until a day before departure (for a charge)
- City Ticket included*
Flexpreis Europa
- Can be booked until departure
- Cancellation and rebooking up to 1 day before departure free of charge (except for reservation costs)
- City Ticket included*
*City Ticket: In a significant number of German cities free tickets from/to station with local transport -
Lowest rates
Book in advance and save money!
Do you want to and can you book far in advance? Then choose for a Sparpreis Europa rate: the best rate for the price-conscious travellers. You will not be able to cancel or rebook the ticket.General tips for getting the cheapest tickets
- Book as early as possibly to have the most chance of getting the cheapest tickets.
- Travelling in the evening is often cheaper.
- For a weekend getaway, travel Sat-Sun-Mon instead of Fri-Sat-Sun.
- Book online to avoid booking fee.
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Practical information
Practical information
To make your trip that much easier, we have summed up certain practical issues for you.ICE International facilities
Read more about all the facilities on board ICE international, so that you can make your trip as comfortable as possible.View the itinerary planner
Please keep in mind that there could be delays or engineering works and check your trip with the itinerary planner. That way, you will never get an unpleasant surprise!Download the app
Download our app so that you will be kept informed of the possible changes.Free access to the lounges
If you have a 1st class ticket, you can enjoy a free drink at the NS International Lounge in Amsterdam, Schiphol Airport and Rotterdam. You also have access to the 1st class lounge of Deutsche Bahn at Berlin Hauptbahnhof, where you can enjoy a free snack and drink (excluding the Supersparpreis rate (Europe) and the Sparpreis Europe rate).Seat reservation
It is not mandatory to reserve a seat with ICE International. We do, however, advise you to do so. You will receive a confirmation of your seat reservation stating the carriage number and seat number.Seat reservation 1st class
When booking a first class ticket, the seat reservation costs are included in the price of your ticket. The seat reservation is not done automatically. After booking you will have to reserve a seat.
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* This price is based on the lowest price from Amsterdam Central Station, one-way, 2nd class,. All rates are subject to availability and applicable fare conditions.