What is the best way to travel from Essen to Nijmegen?
Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains, Buses and Carpool to Nijmegen from Essen. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Nijmegen from Essen?
You can reach Nijmegen with just £5 by taking a Carpool from BlaBlaCar, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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Deutsche Bahn3h 8m006:14EssenCentral Station09:22NijmegenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 22/08/2025 06:14:00 to Central Station, Nijmegen (Netherlands) arriving at 22/08/2025 09:22:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 8m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 8m008:14EssenCentral Station11:22NijmegenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 22/08/2025 08:14:00 to Central Station, Nijmegen (Netherlands) arriving at 22/08/2025 11:22:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 8m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 8m016:14EssenCentral Station19:22NijmegenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 22/08/2025 16:14:00 to Central Station, Nijmegen (Netherlands) arriving at 22/08/2025 19:22:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 8m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 7m018:15EssenCentral Station21:22NijmegenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 22/08/2025 18:15:00 to Central Station, Nijmegen (Netherlands) arriving at 22/08/2025 21:22:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 7m
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BlaBlaCar1h 10m019:40Essen20:50Nijmegen0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Essen (Germany) at 24/08/2025 19:40:00 to , Nijmegen (Netherlands) arriving at 24/08/2025 20:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £5 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 10m
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FlixBus1h 25m018:15EssenCentral Station19:40NijmegenCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 24/08/2025 18:15:00 to Central Station, Nijmegen (Netherlands) arriving at 24/08/2025 19:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £8 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 25m
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Deutsche Bahn1h 49m021:09Dusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport22:58NijmegenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 26/08/2025 21:09:00 to Central Station, Nijmegen (Netherlands) arriving at 26/08/2025 22:58:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 49m
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Deutsche Bahn1h 50m007:09Dusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport08:59NijmegenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 26/08/2025 07:09:00 to Central Station, Nijmegen (Netherlands) arriving at 26/08/2025 08:59:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 50m
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Deutsche Bahn1h 49m017:09Dusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport18:58NijmegenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 26/08/2025 17:09:00 to Central Station, Nijmegen (Netherlands) arriving at 26/08/2025 18:58:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 49m
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Deutsche Bahn1h 50m009:09Dusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport10:59NijmegenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 26/08/2025 09:09:00 to Central Station, Nijmegen (Netherlands) arriving at 26/08/2025 10:59:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 50m
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What are the fastest trips from Essen to Nijmegen?
You can get to Nijmegen from Essen in just 1h 10m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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Deutsche Bahn3h 7m018:15EssenCentral Station21:22NijmegenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 22/08/2025 18:15:00 to Central Station, Nijmegen (Netherlands) arriving at 22/08/2025 21:22:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 7m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 7m019:15EssenCentral Station22:22NijmegenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 22/08/2025 19:15:00 to Central Station, Nijmegen (Netherlands) arriving at 22/08/2025 22:22:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 7m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 8m006:14EssenCentral Station09:22NijmegenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 22/08/2025 06:14:00 to Central Station, Nijmegen (Netherlands) arriving at 22/08/2025 09:22:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 8m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 8m008:14EssenCentral Station11:22NijmegenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 22/08/2025 08:14:00 to Central Station, Nijmegen (Netherlands) arriving at 22/08/2025 11:22:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 8m
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BlaBlaCar1h 10m019:40Essen20:50Nijmegen0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Essen (Germany) at 24/08/2025 19:40:00 to , Nijmegen (Netherlands) arriving at 24/08/2025 20:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £5 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 10m
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FlixBus1h 25m018:15EssenCentral Station19:40NijmegenCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 24/08/2025 18:15:00 to Central Station, Nijmegen (Netherlands) arriving at 24/08/2025 19:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £8 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 25m
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Deutsche Bahn1h 49m021:09Dusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport22:58NijmegenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 26/08/2025 21:09:00 to Central Station, Nijmegen (Netherlands) arriving at 26/08/2025 22:58:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 49m
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Deutsche Bahn1h 49m017:09Dusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport18:58NijmegenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 26/08/2025 17:09:00 to Central Station, Nijmegen (Netherlands) arriving at 26/08/2025 18:58:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 49m
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Deutsche Bahn1h 50m007:09Dusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport08:59NijmegenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 26/08/2025 07:09:00 to Central Station, Nijmegen (Netherlands) arriving at 26/08/2025 08:59:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 50m
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Deutsche Bahn1h 50m009:09Dusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport10:59NijmegenCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Dusseldorf Airport, Dusseldorf Airport (Germany) at 26/08/2025 09:09:00 to Central Station, Nijmegen (Netherlands) arriving at 26/08/2025 10:59:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 50m
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Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Essen to Nijmegen
What are the most popular stations in Essen and Nijmegen?
In Essen, you will usually depart from Central Station, Freiheit Bus Stop or Hafenstr. Bus Stop, while in Nijmegen you will be arriving at Central Station, Lent Station or Dukenburg Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Nijmegen from Essen? With 4 connections between 3 Train, Bus and Carpool operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Essen and Nijmegen, you can pay as low as £5 with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Carpool from BlaBlaCar: you will get to Nijmegen in just 1h 10m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Essen and Nijmegen are Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus and BlaBlaCar, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Essen and Nijmegen is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Gelsenkirchen or to Beuningen, and look at flights from Dusseldorf Airport, and landing at Weeze Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Essen to Nijmegen?
The most popular companies between Essen and Nijmegen, are Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus and BlaBlaCar. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: FlixBus
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn
All you need to know when you travel from Essen to Nijmegen
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Essen to Nijmegen. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Essen to Nijmegen
How can I reach Nijmegen from Essen?
Every day, there are on average 4 connections between Train, Bus and Carpool, with which you can get to Nijmegen from Essen.
How far is Nijmegen from Essen?
The distance between Essen and Nijmegen is 90.7 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Essen and Nijmegen?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 2 kgs of CO2, a train 3 kgs, a car 15 kgs, and a flight 22 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Essen to Nijmegen?
You can get to Nijmegen with just £5 by taking a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.
What is the fastest way to get from Essen to Nijmegen?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Nijmegen in just 1h 10m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.
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