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Trip Overview

The average train between Esbjerg and Cologne takes 8h 20m and the fastest train takes 8h 14m. The train service runs several times per day from Esbjerg to Cologne. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

8h 20m
Duration
769 km
Distance
€125
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Esbjerg to Cologne train times

Trains run twice daily between Esbjerg and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 7:31 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Esbjerg is at 5:32 PM which arrives into Cologne at 3:14 AM. All services require a transfer at Kolding and take an average of 8h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Danish Railways (DSB)Danish Railways (DSB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)8h 14m • 2 changes

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Danish Railways (DSB)Danish Railways (DSB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)8h 15m • 2 changes
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    Danish Railways (DSB)Danish Railways (DSB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)8h 14m • 2 changes

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Danish Railways (DSB)Danish Railways (DSB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)8h 15m • 2 changes
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    Danish Railways (DSB)Danish Railways (DSB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)8h 14m • 2 changes

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Danish Railways (DSB)Danish Railways (DSB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)8h 15m • 2 changes
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    Danish Railways (DSB)Danish Railways (DSB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)8h 14m • 2 changes
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    Arrives next day

    Danish Railways (DSB)SnälltågetDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)9h 42m • 2 changes

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Danish Railways (DSB)Danish Railways (DSB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)8h 15m • 2 changes
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    Danish Railways (DSB)Danish Railways (DSB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)8h 14m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Danish Railways (DSB)Danish Railways (DSB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)8h 15m • 2 changes
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    Danish Railways (DSB)Danish Railways (DSB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)8h 14m • 2 changes

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Danish Railways (DSB)Danish Railways (DSB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)8h 15m • 2 changes
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    Danish Railways (DSB)Danish Railways (DSB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)8h 14m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Esbjerg to Cologne? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 769 km
  • Duration: 8h 20m

What companies run services between Esbjerg, Denmark and Cologne, Germany?

You can take a train from Esbjerg St. to Köln Hbf via Kolding and Hamburg-Altona in around 9h 9m.

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