What is the best way to travel from Essen to Cologne?
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What is the cheapest way to reach Cologne from Essen?
You can get to Cologne with just $3 by taking a Carpool from BlaBlaCar, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.
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BlaBlaCar0h 30m05:50 PMDusseldorf Airport6:20 PMCologne0Economy
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BlaBlaCar0h 50m06:00 PMDusseldorf Airport6:50 PMCologne0Economy
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BlaBlaCar0h 40m08:10 PMDusseldorf Airport8:50 PMCologne0Economy
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BlaBlaCar0h 30m012:40 PMDusseldorf Airport1:10 PMCologne0Economy
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Deutsche Bahn0h 49m05:53 AMEssenCentral Station6:42 AMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0Economy
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Deutsche Bahn0h 48m06:54 AMEssenCentral Station7:42 AMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0Economy
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Deutsche Bahn0h 49m07:53 AMEssenCentral Station8:42 AMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0Economy
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Deutsche Bahn0h 54m08:14 AMEssenCentral Station9:08 AMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0Economy
Cheapest Carpool Sunday
Cheapest Trains Sunday
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BlaBlaCar1h 0m08:50 AMDortmund Airport9:50 AMCologne0Economy
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Deutsche Bahn0h 49m06:00 AMEssenCentral Station6:49 AMCologneCentral Station0Economy
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Deutsche Bahn0h 49m07:00 AMEssenCentral Station7:49 AMCologneCentral Station0Economy
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Deutsche Bahn0h 50m08:56 AMEssenCentral Station9:46 AMCologneCentral Station0Economy
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Deutsche Bahn0h 49m010:00 AMEssenCentral Station10:49 AMCologneCentral Station0Economy
Cheapest Carpool Tuesday
Cheapest Trains Tuesday
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Deutsche Bahn0h 52m02:09 AMEssenCentral Station3:01 AMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0Economy
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Deutsche Bahn0h 48m04:30 AMEssenCentral Station5:18 AMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0Economy
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Deutsche Bahn0h 53m04:40 AMEssenCentral Station5:33 AMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0Economy
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Deutsche Bahn0h 49m05:53 AMEssenCentral Station6:42 AMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0Economy
Cheapest Trains Thursday
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Deutsche Bahn0h 29m02:32 AMDusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport3:01 AMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0Economy
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Deutsche Bahn0h 52m04:56 AMDusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport5:48 AMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0Economy
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Deutsche Bahn0h 32m012:29 AMDusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport1:01 AMCologneCentral Station0Economy
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Deutsche Bahn0h 33m07:03 PMDusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport7:36 PMCologneCentral Station0Economy
Cheapest Trains Friday
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BlaBlaCar1h 0m07:00 AMDortmund Airport8:00 AMCologne0Economy
Cheapest Carpool Saturday
What are the fastest trips from Essen to Cologne?
You can get to Cologne from Essen in just 0h 29m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.
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BlaBlaCar0h 30m05:50 PMDusseldorf Airport6:20 PMCologne0Economy
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BlaBlaCar0h 30m012:40 PMDusseldorf Airport1:10 PMCologne0Economy
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BlaBlaCar0h 40m08:10 PMDusseldorf Airport8:50 PMCologne0Economy
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BlaBlaCar0h 40m01:00 PMDusseldorf Airport1:40 PMCologne0Economy
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Deutsche Bahn0h 46m08:40 AMEssenCentral Station9:26 AMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0Economy
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Deutsche Bahn0h 48m06:54 AMEssenCentral Station7:42 AMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0Economy
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Deutsche Bahn0h 49m05:53 AMEssenCentral Station6:42 AMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0Economy
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Deutsche Bahn0h 49m07:53 AMEssenCentral Station8:42 AMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0Economy
Fastest Carpool Sunday
Fastest Trains Sunday
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Deutsche Bahn0h 49m06:00 AMEssenCentral Station6:49 AMCologneCentral Station0Economy
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Deutsche Bahn0h 49m07:00 AMEssenCentral Station7:49 AMCologneCentral Station0Economy
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Deutsche Bahn0h 49m010:00 AMEssenCentral Station10:49 AMCologneCentral Station0Economy
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Deutsche Bahn0h 50m08:56 AMEssenCentral Station9:46 AMCologneCentral Station0Economy
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BlaBlaCar1h 0m08:50 AMDortmund Airport9:50 AMCologne0Economy
Fastest Trains Tuesday
Fastest Carpool Tuesday
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Deutsche Bahn0h 48m04:30 AMEssenCentral Station5:18 AMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0Economy
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Deutsche Bahn0h 49m05:53 AMEssenCentral Station6:42 AMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0Economy
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Deutsche Bahn0h 52m02:09 AMEssenCentral Station3:01 AMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0Economy
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Deutsche Bahn0h 53m04:40 AMEssenCentral Station5:33 AMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0Economy
Fastest Trains Thursday
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Deutsche Bahn0h 29m02:32 AMDusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport3:01 AMCologneMesse/Deutz Train Station0Economy
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Deutsche Bahn0h 32m012:29 AMDusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport1:01 AMCologneCentral Station0Economy
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Deutsche Bahn0h 33m07:03 PMDusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport7:36 PMCologneCentral Station0Economy
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Deutsche Bahn0h 33m09:00 PMDusseldorf AirportDusseldorf Airport9:33 PMCologneCentral Station0Economy
Fastest Trains Friday
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BlaBlaCar1h 0m07:00 AMDortmund Airport8:00 AMCologne0Economy
Fastest Carpool Saturday
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Bus from Essen to Cologne
What are the most popular stations in Essen and Cologne?
In Essen, you will usually depart from Central Station, Freiheit Bus Stop or Hafenstr. Bus Stop, while in Cologne you will be arriving at Central Station, Central Bus Station or Messe/Deutz Train Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Cologne from Essen? With 5 connections between 1 Train, Carpool and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Essen and Cologne, you can pay as low as $3 with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from Deutsche Bahn: you will get to Cologne in just 0h 29m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Essen and Cologne are Deutsche Bahn and BlaBlaCar, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Essen and Cologne is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Gelsenkirchen or to Huerth, and look at flights from Dusseldorf Airport, and landing at Dusseldorf Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Essen to Cologne?
The most popular companies between Essen and Cologne, are Deutsche Bahn and BlaBlaCar. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn
All you need to know when you travel from Essen to Cologne
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Essen to Cologne. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Essen to Cologne
How can I reach Cologne from Essen?
Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Train, Carpool and Bus, with which you can get to Cologne from Essen.
How far is Cologne from Essen?
The distance between Essen and Cologne is 35.9 miles.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Essen and Cologne?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 2 kgs of CO2, a train 2 kgs, a car 10 kgs, and a flight 14 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Essen to Cologne?
You can get to Cologne with just $3 by taking a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.
What is the fastest way to get from Essen to Cologne?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Cologne in just 0h 29m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.
More routes to Essen and to Cologne
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Essen and to Cologne. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
- Trips to Essen
- Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Essen
- Amsterdam to Essen
- Berlin to Essen
- Brussels to Essen
- Cologne to Essen
- Cologne/Bonn Airport to Essen
- Dusseldorf Airport to Essen
- Dusseldorf to Essen
- Frankfurt am Main Airport to Essen
- Frankfurt am Main to Essen
- Hamburg to Essen
- Katowice to Essen
- Leverkusen to Essen
- Lille to Essen
- Lodz to Essen
- Lörrach to Essen
- Magdeburg to Essen
- Munich to Essen
- Paris to Essen
- Stuttgart to Essen
- Vienna to Essen
- Warsaw to Essen
- Trips to Cologne
- Aachen to Cologne
- Amsterdam to Cologne
- Berlin to Cologne
- Bremen to Cologne
- Brussels to Cologne
- Dortmund to Cologne
- Dresden to Cologne
- Dusseldorf Airport to Cologne
- Dusseldorf to Cologne
- Gelsenkirchen to Cologne
- Giessen to Cologne
- Hamburg to Cologne
- Hanover to Cologne
- Katowice to Cologne
- Klagenfurt to Cologne
- Lodz to Cologne
- Minsk to Cologne
- Oberhausen to Cologne
- Oldenburg to Cologne
- The Hague to Cologne
- Vienna to Cologne