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How to get from Essen to Rotterdam?

Planning to travel to Essen from Rotterdam and looking for the best transportation options for your trip? We know that it is often difficult to choose the best way of transportation for a trip from Essen to Rotterdam, whether it is for price, time or convenience reasons. Vivanoda will help you to find all the transportation solutions to travel between Essen and Rotterdam, be it by plane, train, bus or carpool.

With detailed information about each mode of transportation and about the transport companies (Nederlandse Spoorwegen NS, Eurostar, Thalys, FlixBus or ALSA), you will be able to easily compare fares, timetables and travel times, in order to choose the option that best suits your needs.

Whether you're a budget traveler or looking for a quick and convenient way to get from Essen to Rotterdam, we've got all the information you need to plan an unforgettable Essen Rotterdam trip.

For your trip from Essen to Rotterdam, you have several transportation options

Bus tickets from Essen to Rotterdam

Buses are often the most economical choice for travel from Essen to Rotterdam, offering direct travel options or with intermediate stops.

Essen to Rotterdam train tickets

If you like to travel more ecologically and economically, the Essen Rotterdam train is ideal and meets your expectations.

Carpooling Essen Rotterdam

Carpooling from Essen to Rotterdam is perfect if you want to travel to Rotterdam in good company and reduce transportation costs. But there may be limited flexibility in terms of schedules and pickup points in either Essen or Rotterdam.

Whichever way you choose, our price comparison tool will help you find the Essen to Rotterdam transportation option that best suits your needs and budget.

Essen Rotterdam Travel Information

Departure city
Essen
Germany
North Rhine-Westphalia
Destination city
Rotterdam
Netherlands
Distance
114 mi
Direct connection
Yes, direct connection by carpooling, bus and train
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Plan your trip from Essen to Rotterdam easily with Vivanoda

Plan your trip from Essen to Rotterdam easily with Vivanoda

With Vivanoda you can easily compare all available transportation options like flights, trains, buses and carpools according to your preferences and budget. You can also filter the results by price, travel time, schedule and comfort options. Thanks to its ease of use and clarity, Vivanoda allows you to find in a few clicks the tickets between Essen and Rotterdam that best suit your needs. Vivanoda also displays all the special offers and promotions of different airlines like Nederlandse Spoorwegen NS, Eurostar, Thalys, FlixBus or ALSA to help you save on your tickets. So don't hesitate and use Vivanoda now to prepare your trip between Essen and Rotterdam with peace of mind!

Comparison of the different ways to travel between Essen and Rotterdam

Advantages and disadvantages of traveling by train from Essen to Rotterdam?
Speed Essen to Rotterdam trains are often much faster than buses or cars.
Comfort Trains between Essen and Rotterdam generally offer more legroom and extra comfort for travelers.
Flexibility Essen Rotterdam train schedules can be limited and it may be more difficult to change trains when needed.
Cost Essen Rotterdam train tickets can be more expensive than bus or carpool tickets, especially on high-speed trains.
Advantages and disadvantages of a bus trip from Essen to Rotterdam?
Flexibility Bus companies offer many schedule options for travel between Essen and Rotterdam, which can be convenient if you have specific time constraints.
Price The price of bus tickets from Essen to Rotterdam are often much cheaper than train or plane tickets to Rotterdam (and sometimes cheaper than carpooling as well), making it an affordable option for budget-conscious travelers.
Travel time Buses from Essen to Rotterdam are mostly much slower than trains to Rotterdam to cover the 114 mi distance of the trip.
Comfort Essen-Rotterdam buses can be less comfortable than trains, due to reduced legroom and suspension quality.
Advantages and disadvantages of a carpooling trip from Essen to Rotterdam?
Flexible Carpooling from Essen to Rotterdam is often more flexible than other modes of transportation.
Economical A carpool from Essen to Rotterdam is often the most economical way to travel.
Feeling insecure It may happen that you feel unsafe in the car with the driver, because of his attitude or the way he drives.
Availability Finding availability for a carpool between Essen and Rotterdam can be tricky, especially if you plan ahead. Most carpools are only available a few days or weeks before departure.

Where to start from in Essen? Where do I arrive in Rotterdam?

Essen Departure Bus Stations

Essen
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Essen
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Departure stations in Essen

Essen Hbf
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Essen West
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Essen-Frohnhausen
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Essen-Steele
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Essen-Steele Ost
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Essen-Altenessen
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Essen-Bergeborbeck
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Essen-Dellwig
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Essen-Eiberg
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Essen-Kray Nord
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Essen-Zollverein Nord
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Rotterdam arrival bus stations

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Rotterdam Zuidplein
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Rotterdam Arrival Stations

Rotterdam Centraal
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Bus Essen Rotterdam

Passengers are generally allowed to take luggage on the Essen-Rotterdam bus, but it is important to check the weight and size limits with the carrier. The number of pieces of luggage is also very often limited.

The average price of a bus ticket for the trip Essen-Rotterdam varies depending on the carrier and the time of booking. On certain busy dates, prices can double! Compare all Essen-Rotterdam bus prices on Vivanoda.

The frequency of departures to Essen from Rotterdam varies depending on the carrier, the time period and the day of the week. To get a complete overview of all bus departures to Rotterdam, please specify your departure date and start a search on Vivanoda.

Fares for Essen-Rotterdam buses may vary depending on the company, the booking class, the travel date and the departure time. Using Vivanoda, you will be able to compare in one click the prices between the different companies before booking to find the best offer.

Bus companies Essen Rotterdam

FlixBus
FlixBus
ALSA
ALSA
Eurolines
Eurolines
Blablabus
Blablabus
ADAC PostBus
ADAC PostBus
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Trains Essen Rotterdam

It is recommended to book your train ticket from Essen to Rotterdam at least a few weeks in advance to get the best price.

Train tickets from Essen to Rotterdam can be refunded or exchanged but are usually more expensive. The cheapest tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable.

There may be a price difference depending on the time of day you travel by train from Essen to Rotterdam. Tickets purchased during off-peak hours are cheaper than those purchased during peak hours. To get a detailed overview of all prices, Vivanoda compares all modes of transportation between Essen and Rotterdam.

There are discounts for children, students and seniors traveling by train from Essen to Rotterdam that vary depending on the type of ticket and the age of the person. When you enter your age in your Vivanoda search, the prices displayed will take into account any age-related discounts.

Train companies between Essen and Rotterdam

Nederlandse Spoorwegen NS
Nederlandse Spoorwegen NS
Eurostar
Eurostar
Thalys
Thalys
HKX
HKX
FlixTrain
FlixTrain
Deutsche Bahn
Deutsche Bahn
ÖBB
ÖBB
EuroBahn
EuroBahn
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Carpool Essen Rotterdam

It is possible to book a carpool at the last minute, but this depends on the availability of drivers and the demand for the trip. It is recommended that you book your ride in advance to guarantee your trip.

The average cost of a carpool ride from Essen to Rotterdam depends on several factors, including the time of year, demand and supply, as well as the carpooling platform used. To get a very accurate estimation of the price and availability of a carpooling trip Essen-Rotterdam, start a search on Vivanoda by entering your travel dates.

On Vivanoda, our platform for comparing transportation modes between Essen and Rotterdam, you will have access to all available carpooling offers with price, estimated duration and pickup locations.

The duration of a carpool trip between Essen and Rotterdam also depends on the traffic conditions and the route taken by the driver. By starting a price search on Vivanoda now, you will get the estimated duration of each available carpool offer.

Carpooling platform Essen Rotterdam

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