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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Essen Central Train Station | Hbf | Cheapest | |||||
| Essen Central Train Station | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Fastest | |||||
 | HBF | Hbf | No tags | |||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn | Essen Central Train Station | Cologne Messe/Deutz | No tags | |||||
| Essen Central Train Station | Cologne Messe/Deutz | No tags |
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Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 50 minutes and with fares starting at just US$3, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Essen to Cologne: Trip Overview
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Essen to Cologne Train
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Essen - Cologne
How much does a cheap train ticket from Essen to Cologne cost?
The average train ticket price from Essen to Cologne is US$23. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Essen to Cologne is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the train trip from Essen to Cologne?
A train trip between Essen and Cologne is around 56m, although the fastest train will take about 45m. This is the time it takes to travel the 57 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Essen and Cologne?
The number of trains from Essen to Cologne can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 21. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Essen to Cologne by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Essen to Cologne?
When taking the train from Essen to Cologne, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn.
What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Essen to Cologne?
Trains travelling between Essen and Cologne leave from HBF or Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit and arrive at Hbf, Cologne/Bonn Airport, Köln-Blumenberg.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Essen to Cologne was searched and found on 06 Nov 2025 with a price of US$6To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Essen to Cologne as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$6 to US$86 for a train ticket from Essen to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$6, which is on 2025-11-06.
Usually Deutsche Bahn ICE will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
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Train Travel Tips
Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Essen to Cologne is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.
Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Cologne you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.
The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Essen and Cologne compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.
Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Essen to Cologne while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.
Did you know?
You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.
The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date
Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.
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