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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cologne to Essen
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£6
Fastest journey
1 h 25 m
Average duration
1 h 41 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
58 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cologne to Essen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Essen will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £5.
Of the 4 buses that leave Cologne for Essen every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 58 km distance in an average of 1 h 41 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cologne to Essen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Essen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 57m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £5.
Distance: 58 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£5 Average Price Cheapest | £10 Average Price |
1h 50m Average total duration 1h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 27m Average total duration Fastest 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Cologne to Essen bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Essen coaches for today, Monday 24 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 03:05 Cologne | 2h00 | 05:05 Essen | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06:25 Cologne | 1h40 | 08:05 Essen | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:50 Cologne | 2h00 | 10:50 Essen | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:40 Cologne | 1h55 | 20:35 Essen | 0 changesdirect | |
| 21:15 Cologne | 1h45 | 23:00 Essen | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cologne to Essen
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Buses from Cologne to Essen run on average 13 times per day, taking around 1h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 13 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 03:15, the last at 23:15. The fastest coach covers the 58 km distance in 1h 25m.
Distance 58 km |
Average bus duration 1h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 13 |
Fastest bus 1h 25m |
First bus 03:15 |
Last bus 23:15 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Cologne to EssenYou can travel by bus between Cologne to Essen with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as £4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Cologne to Essen coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Essen by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Essen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Cologne and Essen
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Parking
ATM
Accessibility
WC
- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside Terminal 2 arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: SB60 Train: S13, S19
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