What is the cheapest way to get from Essen to Cochem?

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Cochem is to drive which costs €26 - €40 and takes 1h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Essen to Cochem?

The fastest way to get from Essen to Cochem is to drive which takes 1h 49m and costs €26 - €40.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Cochem?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Cochem. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Cochem Bahnhof via Koblenz Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.

How far is it from Essen to Cochem?

The distance between Essen and Cochem is 219 km. The road distance is 182.1 km.

How do I travel from Essen to Cochem without a car?

The best way to get from Essen to Cochem without a car is to train which takes 2h 31m and costs €30 - €70.

How long does it take to get from Essen to Cochem?

It takes approximately 2h 31m to get from Essen to Cochem, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Cochem train from?

Essen to Cochem train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Essen Hbf station.

Where does the Essen to Cochem train arrive?

Essen to Cochem train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Koblenz Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Essen to Cochem?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Cochem is 182 km. It takes approximately 1h 49m to drive from Essen to Cochem.

How do I get a train ticket from Essen to Cochem?

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Where can I stay near Cochem?

There are 2136+ hotels available in Cochem.

Essen to Cochem - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Essen to Cochem by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Koblenz Hauptbahnhof39 / ...
2. Take the train from Koblenz Hauptbahnhof to Cochem BahnhofRe11 / ...
2h 31m
€33–66
Drive 182.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Essen to Cochem182.1 km
1h 49m
€26–38
Train via Leverkusen
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Leverkusen MitteRe
2. Take the train from Leverkusen Mitte to Koblenz HbfRe
3. Take the train from Koblenz Hauptbahnhof to Cochem BahnhofRe1
3h 29m
€43–64

Essen to Cochem by train

55Weekly Trains

2h 31mAverage Duration

€33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 219.3 km
Duration: 2h 31m

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

You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Cochem Bahnhof via Koblenz Hauptbahnhof in around 2h 31m.

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