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Trip Overview

The average train between Koblenz and Essen takes 1h 49m and the fastest train takes 1h 36m. There is a train service every few hours from Koblenz to Essen. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

1h 49m
Duration
172 km
Distance
€35
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Koblenz to Essen train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Koblenz and Essen. The earliest departure is at 12:57 AM at night, and the last departure from Koblenz is at 11:30 PM which arrives into Essen at 1:16 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    train train 1h 46m • Direct

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    train train 2h 5m • Direct
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    train train 1h 49m • Direct
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    train train 1h 46m • Direct
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    train train 2h 5m • Direct
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    train train 1h 49m • Direct
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    train train 1h 46m • Direct
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    train train 2h 17m • Direct
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    train train 1h 49m • Direct
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    train train 1h 46m • Direct
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    train train 2h 17m • Direct
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    train train 1h 49m • Direct
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    train train 1h 46m • Direct
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    train train 2h 17m • Direct
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    train train 1h 49m • Direct
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    train train 1h 46m • Direct
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    train train 2h 5m • Direct
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    train train 1h 49m • Direct
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    train train 1h 46m • Direct
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Koblenz to Essen? 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.

Map of how to get from Koblenz to Essen.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 172.2 km
  • Duration: 1h 49m

What companies run services between Koblenz, Germany and Essen, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Koblenz Hbf to Essen Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €28–55 and the journey takes 1h 46m.

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