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The cheapest and fastest buses from Cologne Bonn Airport to Essen Hbf
Showing times and prices for Nov 05
Cheapest price
€4
Average price
€5
Fastest journey
1 h 40 m
Average duration
1 h 53 m
Buses per day
4
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 €5 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €4.
Fast buses
Of the 4 buses that leave Cologne Bonn Airport for Essen Hbf on Wed, Nov 05, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 05 the direct buses cover the 64 km distance in an average of 1 h 53 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .
On Wed, Nov 05 the slowest buses will take 2 h 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.
03:50PM1h55
Cologne Bonn Airport05:45PMEssen Hbf
€41One-way
0 transfers
04:40AM2h00
Cologne Bonn Airport06:40AMEssen Hbf
€41One-way
0 transfers
06:25AM1h40
Cologne Bonn Airport08:05AMEssen Hbf
€51One-way
0 transfers
06:40PM1h55
Cologne Bonn Airport08:35PMEssen Hbf
€61One-way
0 transfers
06:25AM1h40
Cologne Bonn Airport08:05AMEssen Hbf
€51One-way
0 transfers
03:50PM1h55
Cologne Bonn Airport05:45PMEssen Hbf
€41One-way
0 transfers
06:40PM1h55
Cologne Bonn Airport08:35PMEssen Hbf
€61One-way
0 transfers
04:40AM2h00
Cologne Bonn Airport06:40AMEssen Hbf
€41One-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 prices starting from €3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €3, and a train costs an average of €11.
Distance: 64 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€4 Average price Cheapest | €23 Average price |
1h 56m Average total duration 1h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 51m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Cologne Bonn Airport to Essen Hbf bus times
Showing buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, November 5
Last updated at 7:35 PM
Last updated at 7:35 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:40 AM Cologne Bonn Airport | 2h00 | 6:40 AM Essen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:25 AM Cologne Bonn Airport | 1h40 | 8:05 AM Essen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:50 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 1h55 | 5:45 PM Essen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:40 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 1h55 | 8:35 PM Essen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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 15 times per day, taking around 1h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €3 if you book in advance.
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 26m |
Cheapest ticket price €3 |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 15 |
Fastest bus 1h 25m |
First bus 04:40 |
Last bus 20:30 |
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 €3. 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 Duration
1h 40m
Cheapest Price
€5
FlixBus frequency
10 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.
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 Duration
1h 55m
Cheapest Price
€3
BlaBlaCar Bus frequency
2 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.
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
4 a day
FAQs: Bus from Cologne Bonn Airport to Essen Hbf
FAQs: Take the bus from Cologne Bonn Airport to Essen Hbf with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Cologne Bonn Airport to Essen Hbf.
Cheap coach tickets from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Essen Hbf can start from as little as €4 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Essen Hbf is €5; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The coach time to Essen Hbf from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) is on average 1 h 55 min for the 64 km long journey, but the time it takes to go between Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) and Essen Hbf by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Essen Hbf leaves at 04: 40. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last coach from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Essen Hbf leaves at 21: 55.
Yes, there are 15 direct coaches a day from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Essen Hbf with FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
For the best Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Essen Hbf coach to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus or BlaBlaCar. However, it's always good to check all possible coach companies with services between Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) and Essen Hbf to compare what amenities they may offer.
A day trip to Essen Hbf from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 55 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Essen Hbf is November.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Essen Hbf including taking a coach or train.
No, the coach from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Essen Hbf has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Essen Hbf.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Essen Hbf.
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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Essen Hbf.
No, luggage for the coach from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Essen Hbf needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Essen Hbf.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Essen Hbf.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Essen Hbf.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Essen Hbf.
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