The average train between Essen Hbf and Cologne takes 1h 13m and the fastest train takes 48 min. The train runs at least 6 times per hour from Essen Hbf 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.
Trains run every 10 minutes between Essen Hbf and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 6:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essen Hbf is at 1:25 PM which arrives into Cologne at 2:19 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Essen Hbf station and arriving at Cologne station. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate 4 times a day. The journey takes approximately 1h 13m.
Essen Hbf to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Essen Hbf station.
Essen Hbf to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Köln Hbf station.
Book your Essen Hbf to Cologne train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Essen Hbf and Cologne is 57.7 km. The road distance is 83 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Essen Hbf to Köln Hbf every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €15–40 and the journey takes 48 min. Four other operators also service this route.
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