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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Copenhagen to Essen
Cheapest price
£52
Average price
£67
Fastest journey
8 h 29 m
Average duration
8 h 58 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
595 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Copenhagen to Essen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Copenhagen to Essen will cost around £67 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £52.
Of the 5 trains that leave Copenhagen for Essen every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 595 km distance in an average of 8 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 29 m .
The slowest trains will take 9 h 24 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 coach, train and flight for Copenhagen to Essen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Copenhagen to Essen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 35m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £28, and a flight costs an average of £66.
Distance: 595 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£97 Average Price | £200 Average Price | £49 Average Price Cheapest |
9h 23m Average total duration 8h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 21m Average total duration 11h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.8 - 3.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Copenhagen to Essen train times
The table below shows live departures for Copenhagen to Essen trains for today, Monday 8 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:22 Copenhagen | 9h36 | 15:58 Essen | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:57 Copenhagen | 8h54 | 20:51 Essen | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:22 Copenhagen | 8h29 | 20:51 Essen | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:01 Copenhagen | 15h53 | 06:54 Essen | 0 changesdirect | |
| 21:35 Copenhagen | 9h19 | 06:54 Essen | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Copenhagen to Essen
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Trains from Copenhagen to Essen run on average 9 times per day, taking around 8h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £52 but you can travel from only £28 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 595 km distance in 8h 36m.
Distance 595 km |
Average train duration 8h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £52 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 8h 36m |
First train 00:03 |
Last train 23:55 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, SJ from Copenhagen to Essen trainsDeutsche Bahn, SJ trains will get you between Copenhagen and Essen from £28. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
SJ
FAQs: Copenhagen to Essen train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Copenhagen to Essen by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Essen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Copenhagen and Essen
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Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at 4 rue de Compiègne as well as at 112 rue Maubeuge.
- Restaurant Frk. Barners Kælder
- Tivoli Food Hall
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- DKK 5
- Hotel Astoria
- Copenhagen Plaza Hotel
- Hotel Ansgar
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-13 for trains to Sweden, Germany, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: S-train platforms
- Hall 3: Metro connections
- Metro: Line M3, Line M4
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-train: Lines A, B, C, E, H
ParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelBike ParkingBike RentalWifiLockers
ShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Monday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Thursday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Friday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 18:00
- Sunday: 09:00 - 18:00
- Bollywood Express - Pizza & More
- Kiepenkerl
- Cafe Extrablatt
- Tacos
- Ambassador
- Gästearpartment Dahl
- WG-Hotel im Unperfekthaus
- Motel One
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
- Bollywood Express - Pizza & More
- Haus Wilmes
- Mana Mana
- Karawane
- Webers
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Pizzeria Don Camillo
- Lindos
- Zur Platte
- Arman Döner
- McDreams
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