The average train between Essen and Cologne takes 1h 12m and the fastest train takes 48 min. The train runs at least 6 times per hour from Essen 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 and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 2:28 PM in the afternoon, and the last departure from Essen is at 8:32 PM which arrives into Cologne at 9:52 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Essen station and arriving at Cologne station. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate 4 times a day. The journey takes approximately 1h 12m.
Essen to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Essen Hbf station.
Essen to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Köln Hbf station.
Book your Essen to Cologne train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), National Express and Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Essen and Cologne is 58.3 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 €16–40 and the journey takes 48 min. Four other operators also service this route.
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