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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Cologne Bonn Airport to Essen

Composite routes from Cologne Bonn Airport to Essen

Cheapest
47 min
Car
77 km.
from $4

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Cologne Airport CGN to Essen
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$11.45–$16.54

BlaBlaCar Bus

Phone:
+33 18 57 62 228
Website:
blablacar.co.uk/
Bus from Cologne Airport CGN to Essen
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$13.99–$20.36

Grandes Tour

Phone:
+38 (044) 444 00 44
Website:
grandes-tour.com.ua/
Bus from Cologne Airport CGN to Essen
Ave. Duration:
1h 37m
Frequency:
3 times a week

Other operators

Jayride

Phone:
+61 2 8520 3150
Website:
jayride.com/
Other from Cologne Bonn Airport to Essen

Train operators

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Essen
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$33.08–$38.17
Train from Koeln/Bonn Flughafen to Essen
Ave. Duration:
1h 11m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$36.90–$40.71

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Essen
Ave. Duration:
57 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$17.81–$26.72
Train from Koeln/Bonn Flughafen to Essen
Ave. Duration:
1h 37m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$21.63–$33.08

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Essen is to bus which costs $9.78 - $17.39 and takes 1h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Essen is to drive which takes 48 min and costs $10.87 - $17.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) and Essen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cologne Airport CGN and arriving at Essen central train station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) and Essen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Koeln/Bonn Flughafen and arriving at Essen Hbf. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 37m.

How far is it from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Essen?

The distance between Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) and Essen is 95 km. The road distance is 75.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Essen without a car is to train via Köln Messe/Deutz Bf which takes 1h 11m and costs $18.48 - $59.78 .

How long does it take to get from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Essen?

It takes approximately 1h 11m to get from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Essen, including transfers.

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

Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Essen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cologne Airport CGN station.

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

Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Essen train services, operated by National Express, depart from Koeln/Bonn Flughafen station.

Train or bus from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Essen?

The best way to get from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Essen is to train via Köln Messe/Deutz Bf which takes 1h 11m and costs $18.48 - $59.78 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $9.78 - $17.39 and takes 1h 35m.

Where does the Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Essen bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Essen train arrive?

Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Essen train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Essen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Essen?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Essen is 75 km. It takes approximately 48 min to drive from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Essen.

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

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Essen?

There are 1990+ hotels available in Essen. Prices start at $40.23 per night.
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