What is the cheapest way to get from Essen Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport?

The cheapest way to get from Essen Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport is to bus which costs €6 - €14 and takes 1h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Essen Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport?

The fastest way to get from Essen Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport is to drive which takes 43 min and costs €10 - €16.

Is there a direct bus between Essen Hbf and Cologne Bonn Airport?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Essen central train station station and arriving at Cologne Airport CGN. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Essen Hbf and Cologne Bonn Airport?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Koeln/Bonn Flughafen. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 39m.

How far is it from Essen Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport?

The distance between Essen Hbf and Cologne Bonn Airport is 96 km. The road distance is 75.6 km.

How do I travel from Essen Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport without a car?

The best way to get from Essen Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport without a car is to train via Köln Messe/Deutz Bf which takes 1h 14m and costs €17 - €70.

How long does it take to get from Essen Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport?

It takes approximately 1h 14m to get from Essen Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport bus from?

Essen Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Essen central train station.

Where do I catch the Essen Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport train from?

Essen Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport train services, operated by National Express, depart from Essen Hbf station.

Train or bus from Essen Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport?

The best way to get from Essen Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport is to train via Köln Messe/Deutz Bf which takes 1h 14m and costs €17 - €70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €6 - €14 and takes 1h 40m.

Where does the Essen Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport bus arrive?

Essen Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Cologne Airport CGN station.

Where does the Essen Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport train arrive?

Essen Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Koeln/Bonn Flughafen station.

Can I drive from Essen Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport is 76 km. It takes approximately 43 min to drive from Essen Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport.

How do I get a train ticket from Essen Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Essen Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport?

Book your Essen Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Cologne Bonn Airport?

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Essen Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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Train via Köln Messe/Deutz Bf
best
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 41 / ...
1h 14m
€18–70
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Cologne Airport CGNbus FlixBus N710 / ...
1h 40m
€6–14
Drive 75.6 km
1. Drive from Essen Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airportcar 75.6 km
43 min
€11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Essen Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airporttaxi 75.6 km
43 min
€180–230
Train
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Koeln/Bonn Flughafentrain Re
1h 47m
€18–85

Essen Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport by train and foot

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Distance: 95.6 km
Duration: 1h 14m

What companies run services between Essen Hbf, Germany and Cologne Bonn Airport, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Essen Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf hourly. Tickets cost €14–65 and the journey takes 51 min. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Essen central train station to Cologne Airport CGN hourly. Tickets cost €7–13 and the journey takes 1h 40m. Two other operators also service this route.

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