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The average train between Köln Hbf and Essen Hbf takes 1h 1m and the fastest train takes 47 min. The train runs at least 3 times per hour from Köln Hbf 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.
Trains run every 20 minutes between Köln Hbf and Essen Hbf. The earliest departure is at 12:07 AM at night, and the last departure from Köln Hbf is at 11:50 PM which arrives into Essen Hbf at 12:50 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Koeln Hbf station and arriving at Essen Hbf station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 1m.
Köln Hbf to Essen Hbf train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Koeln Hbf station.
Köln Hbf to Essen Hbf train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Essen Hbf station.
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The distance between Köln Hbf and Essen Hbf is 56.6 km. The road distance is 69 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Koeln Hbf to Essen Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €13–26 and the journey takes 47 min. Three other operators also service this route.
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