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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Essen Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport
Cheapest price on Sep 17
€27
Average ticket price on Sep 17
€27
Fastest journey on Sep 17
1 h 32 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
1 h 32 m
Trains on Sep 17
1
Distance
64 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Essen Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Essen Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport will cost around €27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €27.
It's difficult to get from Essen Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport without transferring at least 2 times.
28074 · ICE 621 · 897108:39 AM1h32Essen Hbf10:11 AMCologne/Bonn Flughafen€271One-way2 transfers
- 28074 · ICE 621 · 897108:39 AM1h32Essen Hbf10:11 AMCologne/Bonn Flughafen€271One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Essen Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Essen Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport 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 46m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €4, while a train costs an average of €21.
Distance: 64 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€21 Average price | €4 Average price Cheapest | €12 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 46m Average total duration Fastest 1h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 56m Average total duration 1h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Essen Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport:
A bus is €30 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Essen Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport costing on average €34.
Other travel options to Cologne Bonn Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 26m.
Live departures
Essen Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Essen Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport trains for tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28074 · ICE 621 · 89710 | 8:39 AM Essen Hbf | 1h32 | 10:11 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Essen Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport
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Trains from Essen Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €8 but you can travel from only €4 by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:20, the last at 18:50. The fastest train covers the 64 km distance in 50m.
Distance 64 km |
Average train duration 1h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 50m |
First train 6:20 AM |
Last train 6:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain from Essen Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain trains will get you between Essen Hbf and Cologne Bonn Airport from €4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
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.
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.
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.
FlixTrain
FAQs: Trains from Essen Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Essen Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cologne Bonn Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Essen Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport
Most Essen Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport trains use the Essen Hbf to Köln Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Essen Hbf and Cologne Bonn Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Essen Hbf from Essen city centre
Essen Hbf train station facilities and services
Essen Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bollywood Express - Pizza & More, Kiepenkerl, Cafe Extrablatt, Tacos
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Essen Hbf. ATMs are available at Essen Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Essen Hbf. Information desks are available at Essen Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Essen Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Essen Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Essen Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Essen Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Ambassador, Gästearpartment Dahl, WG-Hotel im Unperfekthaus, Motel One.
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