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The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne Bonn Airport to Essen Hbf
Showing times and prices for Nov 05
Cheapest price
€14
Average price
€22
Fastest journey
1 h 10 m
Average duration
1 h 21 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
64 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train 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 €22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €14.
Fast trains
Of the 5 trains that leave Cologne Bonn Airport for Essen Hbf on Wed, Nov 05, 5 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 trains cover the 64 km distance in an average of 1 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
On Wed, Nov 05 the slowest trains will take 1 h 28 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.
06:03AM1h11
Cologne Bonn Airport07:14AMEssen Hbf
€141One-way
0 transfers
06:48AM1h10
Cologne Bonn Airport07:58AMEssen Hbf
€221One-way
0 transfers
09:09AM1h28
Cologne Bonn Airport10:37AMEssen Hbf
€251One-way
0 transfers
10:23AM1h27
Cologne Bonn Airport11:50AMEssen Hbf
€251One-way
0 transfers
08:09AM1h28
Cologne Bonn Airport09:37AMEssen Hbf
€251One-way
0 transfers
06:48AM1h10
Cologne Bonn Airport07:58AMEssen Hbf
€221One-way
0 transfers
06:03AM1h11
Cologne Bonn Airport07:14AMEssen Hbf
€141One-way
0 transfers
10:23AM1h27
Cologne Bonn Airport11:50AMEssen Hbf
€251One-way
0 transfers
09:09AM1h28
Cologne Bonn Airport10:37AMEssen Hbf
€251One-way
0 transfers
08:09AM1h28
Cologne Bonn Airport09:37AMEssen Hbf
€251One-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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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€23 Average price | €4 Average price Cheapest |
1h 51m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 56m Average total duration 1h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Cologne Bonn Airport to Essen Hbf train times
Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, November 5
Last updated at 10:28 PM
Last updated at 10:28 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:03 AM Cologne Bonn Airport | 1h11 | 7:14 AM Essen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:48 AM Cologne Bonn Airport | 1h10 | 7:58 AM Essen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:09 AM Cologne Bonn Airport | 1h28 | 9:37 AM Essen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:09 AM Cologne Bonn Airport | 1h28 | 10:37 AM Essen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:23 AM Cologne Bonn Airport | 1h27 | 11:50 AM Essen Hbf | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne Bonn Airport to Essen Hbf
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Trains from Cologne Bonn Airport to Essen Hbf run on average 13 times per day, taking around 1h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €11 but you can travel from only €3 by bus.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €3
Distance 64 km |
Average train duration 1h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 10m |
First train 06:03 |
Last train 19:23 |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €3
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, National Express, TRANS REGIO Deutsche Regionalbahn GmbH from Cologne Bonn Airport to Essen Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, National Express, TRANS REGIO Deutsche Regionalbahn GmbH trains will get you between Cologne Bonn Airport and Essen Hbf from €3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 9m
Cheapest Price
€11
Deutsche Bahn frequency
13 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Quiet zone
National Express
About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 39m
Cheapest Price
€16
National Express frequency
15 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
TRANS REGIO Deutsche Regionalbahn GmbH
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 5m
Cheapest Price
€20
TRANS REGIO Deutsche Regionalbahn GmbH frequency
2 a day
FAQs: Trains from Cologne Bonn Airport to Essen Hbf
FAQs: Travel by train from Cologne Bonn Airport to Essen Hbf easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Cologne Bonn Airport to Essen Hbf.
Cheap train tickets from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Essen Hbf can start from as little as €12 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Essen Hbf is €22; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Essen Hbf train travel time is 46 min for the 64 km long trip, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Essen Hbf leaves at 06: 03. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Essen Hbf leaves at 19: 09.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Essen Hbf without having to change trains with Deutsche Bahn or National Express. There are 4 direct trains from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Essen Hbf each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
Take the Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Essen Hbf train with Deutsche Bahn or National Express. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the trip from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Essen Hbf as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 19: 09.
A day trip to Essen Hbf from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) is worth doing with a journey time of 46 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Essen Hbf by train is May.
You have options as you can travel from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Essen Hbf 2 different ways: train or coach.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cologne Bonn Airport to Essen Hbf
Cologne
Essen
Essen Hbf
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Thursday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Friday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 18:00
- Sunday: 09:00 - 18:00
Dining
- Bollywood Express - Pizza & More
- Kiepenkerl
- Cafe Extrablatt
- Tacos
Hotel
- Ambassador
- Gästearpartment Dahl
- WG-Hotel im Unperfekthaus
- Motel One
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