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The average train between Copenhagen and Essen Hbf takes 8h 55m and the fastest train takes 8h 1m. The train service runs several times per day from Copenhagen to Essen Hbf. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

8h 55m
Duration
876 km
Distance
€139
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Copenhagen to Essen Hbf train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Copenhagen and Essen Hbf. The earliest departure is at 6:22 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Copenhagen is at 10:57 PM which arrives into Essen Hbf at 9:58 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 8h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    Danish Railways (DSB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)8h 32m • 1 change
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    Danish Railways (DSB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)8h 1m • 1 change
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    Danish Railways (DSB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)8h 32m • 1 change
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    Danish Railways (DSB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)8h 36m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    Danish Railways (DSB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)8h 32m • 1 change
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    Danish Railways (DSB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)8h 1m • 1 change
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    Danish Railways (DSB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)8h 32m • 1 change
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    Danish Railways (DSB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)8h 36m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    Danish Railways (DSB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)8h 32m • 1 change
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    Danish Railways (DSB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)8h 1m • 1 change
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    Danish Railways (DSB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)8h 32m • 1 change
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    Danish Railways (DSB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)8h 36m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    Danish Railways (DSB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)8h 32m • 1 change
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    Danish Railways (DSB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)8h 1m • 1 change
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    Danish Railways (DSB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)8h 32m • 1 change
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    Danish Railways (DSB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)8h 36m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    Danish Railways (DSB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)8h 32m • 1 change
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    Danish Railways (DSB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)8h 1m • 1 change
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    Danish Railways (DSB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)8h 32m • 1 change
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    Danish Railways (DSB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)8h 36m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    Danish Railways (DSB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)8h 32m • 1 change
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    Danish Railways (DSB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)8h 1m • 1 change
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    Danish Railways (DSB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)8h 32m • 1 change
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    Danish Railways (DSB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)8h 36m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Danish Railways (DSB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)8h 32m • 1 change
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    Danish Railways (DSB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)8h 1m • 1 change
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    Danish Railways (DSB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)8h 32m • 1 change
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    Danish Railways (DSB)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)8h 36m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Copenhagen to Essen Hbf? 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.

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  • Distance: 875.9 km
  • Duration: 8h 55m

What companies run services between Copenhagen, Denmark and Essen Hbf, Germany?

You can take a train from København H to Essen Hbf via Hamburg Hbf in around 8h 45m.

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