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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Cologne Bonn Airport is to drive which takes 44 min and costs €10 - €16.

Is there a direct bus between Essen 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 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 to Cologne Bonn Airport?

The distance between Essen and Cologne Bonn Airport is 96 km. The road distance is 76.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen 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 to Cologne Bonn Airport?

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

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Essen to Cologne Bonn Airport?

The best way to get from Essen 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 to Cologne Bonn Airport bus arrive?

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

Where does the Essen to Cologne Bonn Airport train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essen to Cologne Bonn Airport?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Cologne Bonn Airport is 76 km. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Essen to Cologne Bonn Airport.

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

Book your Essen to Cologne Bonn Airport train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Cologne Bonn Airport?

There are 1811+ hotels available in Cologne Bonn Airport.

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

How to get fromEssen to Cologne Bonn Airport

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 5 ways to get from Essen to Cologne Bonn Airport by train, bus, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

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 76.1 km
1. Drive from Essen to Cologne Bonn Airportcar 76.1 km
44 min
€11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Essen to Cologne Bonn Airporttaxi 76.1 km
44 min
€180–230
Train
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Koeln/Bonn Flughafentrain Re
1h 47m
€19–85

Essen to Cologne Bonn Airport by train and foot

173Weekly Services

1h 14mAverage Duration

€18Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Essen to Cologne Bonn Airport.

Launch map view

Distance: 95.6 km
Duration: 1h 14m

What companies run services between Essen, 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.

Train operators

Bus operators

Other operators

Want to know more about travelling around Germany

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.