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2 h 16 min
210 km.
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Essen, Germany → Zaandam, Netherlands

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Essen to Zaandam

Composite routes from Essen to Zaandam

Cheapest
2 h 16 min
Car
210 km.
from $11
Other
3 h 40 min
184 km.
from $58.07
3 h 41 min
184 km.
from $91.39
3 h 8 min
Train, Plane
184 km.
from $294.52

Transport providers

Bus operators
Found: 1
FlixBus
Website
FlixBus
Website
3h 30m
5 times a day
$21.74–$31.52
+49 30 300 137 300
+49 30 300 137 300
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Airlines
Found: 1
KLM
Website
KLM
Website
57 min
Every day
$184.78–$815.22
Train operators
Found: 7
NS
Website
Eurostar
Website
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
Website
Nightjet
Website
Deutsche Bahn Regional
Website
National Express
Website
VIAS Rail GmbH
Website
NS
Website
54 min
Every 4 hours
$13.04–$33.70
+31 30 751 5155
+31 30 751 5155
Call
Eurostar
Website
22 min
6 times a week
$23.91–$54.35
+44 343 218 6186
+44 343 218 6186
Call
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
Website
54 min
Every 4 hours
$30.43–$34.78
+49 30 311-682904
+49 30 311-682904
Call
Nightjet
Website
2h 39m
4 times a week
$34.78–$163.04
+43 51717
+43 51717
Call
Deutsche Bahn Regional
Website
35 min
Every 30 minutes
$9.78–$14.13
+49 30 2970
+49 30 2970
Call
National Express
Website
22 min
Every 20 minutes
$8.70–$13.04
08717 81 81 81
08717 81 81 81
Call
VIAS Rail GmbH
Website
1h 23m
Hourly
$15.22–$22.83
069 450099650
069 450099650
[email protected]
Call Contact via email

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Essen to Zaandam?

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Zaandam is to bus which costs $28.26 - $46.74 and takes 3h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Essen to Zaandam?

The fastest way to get from Essen to Zaandam is to drive which takes 2h 14m and costs $42.39 - $65.22 .

Is there a direct train between Essen and Zaandam?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Zaandam. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Zaandam via Oberhausen Hbf and Arnhem Centraal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from Essen to Zaandam?

The distance between Essen and Zaandam is 259 km. The road distance is 212.5 km.

How do I travel from Essen to Zaandam without a car?

The best way to get from Essen to Zaandam without a car is to bus which takes 3h 39m and costs $28.26 - $46.74 .

How long does it take to get from Essen to Zaandam?

It takes approximately 3h 39m to get from Essen to Zaandam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Zaandam train from?

Essen to Zaandam train services, operated by VIAS Rail GmbH, depart from Oberhausen Hbf station.

Train or bus from Essen to Zaandam?

The best way to get from Essen to Zaandam is to bus which takes 3h 39m and costs $28.26 - $46.74 . Alternatively, you can train via Arnhem, which costs $29.35 - $86.96 and takes 3h 40m.

Where does the Essen to Zaandam train arrive?

Essen to Zaandam train services, operated by VIAS Rail GmbH, arrive at Arnhem Centraal station.

Can I drive from Essen to Zaandam?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Zaandam is 213 km. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Essen to Zaandam.

How do I get a train ticket from Essen to Zaandam?

Book your Essen to Zaandam train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Zaandam?

There are 2946+ hotels available in Zaandam. Prices start at $51.96 per night.
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