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Trip Overview

The average train between Kolding and Essen takes 6h 49m and the fastest train takes 6h 8m. The train service runs several times per day from Kolding 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.

6h 49m
Duration
639 km
Distance
€104
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Kolding to Essen train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Kolding and Essen. The earliest departure is at 8:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Kolding is at 6:54 PM which arrives into Essen at 2:07 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 6h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Danish Railways (DSB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)6h 8m • 1 change
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    Danish Railways (DSB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)6h 39m • 1 change
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    Danish Railways (DSB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)6h 43m • 1 change
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    Danish Railways (DSB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)6h 43m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Danish Railways (DSB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)6h 39m • 1 change
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    Danish Railways (DSB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)6h 8m • 1 change
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    Danish Railways (DSB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)6h 39m • 1 change
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    Danish Railways (DSB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)6h 43m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Danish Railways (DSB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)6h 39m • 1 change
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    Danish Railways (DSB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)6h 8m • 1 change
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    Danish Railways (DSB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)6h 39m • 1 change
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    Danish Railways (DSB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)6h 43m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Danish Railways (DSB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)6h 39m • 1 change
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    Danish Railways (DSB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)6h 8m • 1 change
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    Danish Railways (DSB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)6h 39m • 1 change
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    Danish Railways (DSB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)6h 43m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Danish Railways (DSB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)6h 39m • 1 change
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    Danish Railways (DSB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)6h 8m • 1 change
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    Danish Railways (DSB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)6h 39m • 1 change
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    Danish Railways (DSB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)6h 43m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Danish Railways (DSB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)6h 39m • 1 change
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    Danish Railways (DSB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)6h 8m • 1 change
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    Danish Railways (DSB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)6h 39m • 1 change
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    Danish Railways (DSB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)6h 43m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Danish Railways (DSB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)6h 39m • 1 change
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    Danish Railways (DSB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)6h 8m • 1 change
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    Danish Railways (DSB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)6h 39m • 1 change
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    Danish Railways (DSB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)6h 43m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Kolding 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 Kolding to Essen.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 639.5 km
  • Duration: 6h 49m

What companies run services between Kolding, Denmark and Essen, Germany?

You can take a train from Kolding to Essen Hbf via Hamburg Hbf in around 7h 8m.

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