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RJ 13465 · ICE 2059:5410h04Copenhagen Central Station19:58Essen Hbf£1401One-way1 change- ECE 395 · ICE 20711:3810h20Copenhagen Central Station21:58Essen Hbf£1401One-way1 change
- RJ 13465 · ICE 615 · 268309:549h13Copenhagen Central Station19:07Essen Hbf£1501One-way2 changes
- ICL 50031 · IC 5757 · 11171 · RJ 134658:0211h05Copenhagen Central Station19:07Essen Hbf£1501One-way5 changes
- ECE 395 · ICE 885 · ICE 844+
8213311:389h57Copenhagen Central Station21:35Essen Hbf£1501One-way3 changes
- RJ 13465 · ICE 615 · 268309:549h13Copenhagen Central Station19:07Essen Hbf£1501One-way2 changes
- ECE 395 · ICE 885 · ICE 844+8213311:389h57Copenhagen Central Station21:35Essen Hbf£1501One-way3 changes
- RJ 13465 · ICE 2059:5410h04Copenhagen Central Station19:58Essen Hbf£1401One-way1 change
- ECE 395 · ICE 20711:3810h20Copenhagen Central Station21:58Essen Hbf£1401One-way1 change
- ICL 50039 · IC 5759 · 11175 · S310:0210h24Copenhagen Central Station20:26Essen Hbf£1971One-way4 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach 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 £36. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 32m. 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 £36, and a flight costs an average of £75.
Distance: 595 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
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£103 Average Price | £207 Average Price | £59 Average Price Cheapest |
8h 37m Average total duration 8h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 32m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 13m Average total duration 11h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.8 - 3.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions |
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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, Friday 24 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RJ 13465 · ICE 615 · 26830 | On time 9:54 Copenhagen Central Station | 9h13 | 19:07 Essen Hbf | 2 changes | |
| RJ 13465 · ICE 205 | On time 9:54 Copenhagen Central Station | 10h04 | 19:58 Essen Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICL 50039 · IC 5759 · 11175 · S3 | On time 10:02 Copenhagen Central Station | 10h24 | 20:26 Essen Hbf | 4 changes | |
| ECE 395+82133+ICE 885 · ICE 844 | On time 11:38 Copenhagen Central Station | 9h57 | 21:35 Essen Hbf | 3 changes | |
| ECE 395 · ICE 207 | On time 11:38 Copenhagen Central Station | 10h20 | 21:58 Essen Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICL 50047 · IC 5761 · 11179 · S3 | On time 12:02 Copenhagen Central Station | 10h56 | 22:58 Essen Hbf | 4 changes | |
| Saturday 25 July | |||||
| ICL 50031 · IC 5757 · 11171 · RJ 13465 | 8:02 Copenhagen Central Station | 11h05 | 19:07 Essen Hbf | 5 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Copenhagen to Essen
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Trains from Copenhagen to Essen run on average 7 times per day, taking around 8h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £47 but you can travel from only £36 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 595 km distance in 8h 32m.
Distance 595 km |
Average train duration 8h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £47 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 8h 32m |
First train 0:03 |
Last train 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Danish Railways (DSB) from Copenhagen to Essen trainsDeutsche Bahn, Danish Railways (DSB) trains will get you between Copenhagen and Essen from £36. 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.
Danish Railways (DSB)
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
Most Copenhagen to Essen trains use the København Hovedb. to Essen Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Essen, Kruppstraße / Am Thyssenhaus. Use this guide to compare Copenhagen and Essen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Copenhagen station do trains to Essen leave from?
Getting to København Hovedb. from Copenhagen city centre
København Hovedb. train station facilities and services
København Hovedb. has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Frk. Barners Kælder, Tivoli Food Hall
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at København Hovedb.. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at København Hovedb.. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at København Hovedb.: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at København Hovedb.: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at København Hovedb.: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Astoria, Copenhagen Plaza Hotel, Hotel Ansgar.
Getting to Dybboelsbro st from Copenhagen city centre
Dybboelsbro st is 1 km from Copenhagen city centre. Public transport options include:
Dybboelsbro st train station facilities and services
Dybboelsbro st has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Dybboelsbro st.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Dybboelsbro st.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dybboelsbro st: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Dybboelsbro st: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dybboelsbro st.
Getting to Nørreport St. from Copenhagen city centre
Nørreport St. train station facilities and services
Nørreport St. has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Frk. Barners Kælder, Tivoli Food Hall
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Nørreport St.. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Nørreport St.. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nørreport St.: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Nørreport St.: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nørreport St.: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Skt. Petri, Ibsens Hotel, Hotel Kong Arthur.
Which Essen station do trains from Copenhagen arrive at?
Getting to Essen Hbf from Essen city centre
Essen Hbf train station facilities and services
Essen Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bollywood Express - Pizza & More, Kiepenkerl, Cafe Extrablatt, Tacos
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Essen Hbf. ATMs are available at Essen Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Essen Hbf. Information desks are available at Essen Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Essen Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Essen Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Essen Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Essen Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Ambassador, Gästearpartment Dahl, WG-Hotel im Unperfekthaus, Motel One.
Getting to Essen-Altenessen from Essen city centre
Essen-Altenessen is 3 km from Essen city centre. Public transport options include:
Essen-Altenessen train station facilities and services
Essen-Altenessen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Werner, Bückmannsmühle, Muckel-Eis
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Essen-Altenessen. ATMs are available at Essen-Altenessen.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Essen-Altenessen. Information desks are available at Essen-Altenessen.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Essen-Altenessen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Essen-Altenessen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Essen-Altenessen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Essen-Altenessen.
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