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The cheapest and fastest buses from Cologne Bonn Airport to Essen Hbf

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 18

Cheapest price on Sep 18

€4

Average ticket price on Sep 18

€6

Fastest journey on Sep 18

1 h 35 m

Average journey duration on Sep 18

1 h 39 m

Buses on Sep 18

15

Distance

64 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cologne Bonn Airport to Essen Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Cologne Bonn Airport to Essen Hbf will cost around €6 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €4.

Fast buses

On Fri, Sep 18, we found 15 buses from Cologne Bonn Airport to Essen Hbf, including 15 direct services.

On Fri, Sep 18 the direct buses cover the 64 km distance in an average of 1 h 39 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .

On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest buses will take 1 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

  • BlaBlaCar Bus50428
    6:00 PM1h45
    Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
    7:45 PMEssen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)
    €41One-way
    0 transfers
  • BlaBlaCar Bus50448
    6:40 AM2h00
    Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
    8:40 AMEssen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)
    €41One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:10 AM2h00
    Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
    7:10 AMEssen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)
    €61One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    10:20 PM1h35
    Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
    11:55 PMEssen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)
    €61One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    10:50 AM1h55
    Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
    12:45 PMEssen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)
    €61One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Cologne Bonn Airport to Essen Hbf

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne Bonn Airport to Essen Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €4 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 43m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €4, while a train costs an average of €18.

Distance: 64 km

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€4

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€18

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€12

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(fuel + tolls)

1h 57m

Average total duration

1h 27m

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1h 43m

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The cheapest way to travel from Cologne Bonn Airport to Essen Hbf is a bus with an average price of €7.

This is compared to other travel options from Cologne Bonn Airport to Essen Hbf:

A bus is €27 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne Bonn Airport to Essen Hbf costing on average €34.

The fastest way to travel from Cologne Bonn Airport to Essen Hbf is by train with an average journey time of 1h 12m.

Other travel options to Essen Hbf take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 55m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Cologne Bonn Airport and Essen Hbf including taking a bus and train.

Live departures

Cologne Bonn Airport to Essen Hbf bus times

The table below shows live departures for Cologne Bonn Airport to Essen Hbf buses for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
FlixBusFlixBus4:45 AM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
1h40
6:25 AM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus5:10 AM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
2h00
7:10 AM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus8:15 AM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
1h40
9:55 AM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus9:00 AM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
1h50
10:50 AM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus10:50 AM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
1h55
12:45 PM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus5:30 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
2h20
7:50 PM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus5:45 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
2h15
8:00 PM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)0 transfersDirect
BlaBlaCar Bus504286:00 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
1h45
7:45 PM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus7:50 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
2h00
9:50 PM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus9:40 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
2h00
11:40 PM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus10:10 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
1h55
12:05 AM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus11:35 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
1h35
1:10 AM Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof)0 transfersDirect

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BlaBlaCar Bus as well as FlixBus offer buses services from Cologne Bonn Airport to Essen Hbf.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Cologne Bonn Airport to Essen Hbf.

Why book with Omio vs BlaBlaCar Bus?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for BlaBlaCar Bus, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Cologne Bonn Airport to Essen Hbf.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare BlaBlaCar Bus with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Cologne Bonn Airport to Essen Hbf.

Why book with Omio over Checkmybus, Wanderu or Busbud?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Cologne Bonn Airport to Essen Hbf.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Cologne Bonn Airport to Essen Hbf.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Cologne Bonn Airport to Essen Hbf

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Buses from Cologne Bonn Airport to Essen Hbf run on average 16 times per day, taking around 1h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €4 if you book in advance.

There are 16 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:40, the last at 16:00. The fastest bus covers the 64 km distance in 1h 45m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
64 km
Average bus duration
1h 27m
Cheapest ticket price
€4
Buses per day
16
Direct buses
16
Fastest bus
1h 45m
First bus
4:40 AM
Last bus
4:00 PM
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Mon
Best time to book
1 day
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar from Cologne Bonn Airport to Essen HbfYou can travel by bus between Cologne Bonn Airport to Essen Hbf with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar for as low as €4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average FlixBus Duration
1h 35m
Cheapest FlixBus Price
€11
FlixBus frequency
11 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
Learn more about FlixBus

BlaBlaCar Bus

About
BlaBlaCar Bus (formerly known as Ouibus or iDBUS) is a long-distance coach company operating in 10 European countries and connecting over 300 destinations. A subsidiary of the French carpooling company BlaBlaCar, it offers comfortable travel with standard amenities such as air conditioning, toilets, USB and power outlets for charging devices, extra legroom, and adjustable seats. Free Wi-Fi is available on select routes. BlaBlaCar Bus offers only a Standard ticket type, which allows passengers to bring one carry-on bag and up to two checked bags per person.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average BlaBlaCar Bus Duration
1h 45m
Cheapest BlaBlaCar Bus Price
€4
BlaBlaCar Bus frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating options.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; additional fees may apply.
Learn more about BlaBlaCar Bus

BlaBlaCar

About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
5 a day

FAQs: Bus from Cologne Bonn Airport to Essen Hbf

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne Bonn Airport to Essen Hbf by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Essen Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Cologne Bonn Airport to Essen Hbf can start from as little as €4 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Cologne Bonn Airport to Essen Hbf is €7; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Cologne Bonn Airport to Essen Hbf is 1h 25m to travel the 64 km long trip. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Cologne Bonn Airport to Essen Hbf leaves at 4:40 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Cologne Bonn Airport to Essen Hbf leaves at 4:00 PM.
Yes, there are 12 direct coaches a day from Cologne Bonn Airport to Essen Hbf with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Cologne Bonn Airport to Essen Hbf, you can count on FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar for the best way to get you to Essen Hbf. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Cologne Bonn Airport and Essen Hbf and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A day trip to Essen Hbf from Cologne Bonn Airport is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 25m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Cologne Bonn Airport to Essen Hbf is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Cologne Bonn Airport and Essen Hbf including taking a bus and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Cologne Bonn Airport to Essen Hbf:
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Accessible seating options.
  • FlixBus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Cologne Bonn Airport to Essen Hbf for coach company FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Cologne Bonn Airport to Essen Hbf depends on the coach companies:
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
  • FlixBus
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Cologne Bonn Airport to Essen Hbf.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Cologne Bonn Airport to Essen Hbf:
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    • One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
  • FlixBus
    • One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Cologne Bonn Airport to Essen Hbf:
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
  • FlixBus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Cologne Bonn Airport to Essen Hbf. The following conditions apply:
  • FlixBus
    • Small pets in carriers allowed
    • guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Cologne Bonn Airport to Essen Hbf with the following coach company: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Cologne Bonn Airport to Essen Hbf with the following coach company: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Cologne Bonn Airport to Essen Hbf with the following coach company: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

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