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Taking the train from Copenhagen to Essen-Gerschede in 9 hours 23 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Copenhagen to Essen-Gerschede? We’ve got you covered.

It usually takes around 11 hours 17 minutes to travel the 370 miles (595 km) from Copenhagen to Essen-Gerschede by train, although you can get there in as little as 9 hours 23 minutes on the fastest services. You’ll normally find around 11 trains per day running on this route. You’ll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line.

Train tickets from Copenhagen to Essen-Gerschede are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.

Keen to book your train tickets to Essen-Gerschede? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable below, tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs, including first and last train times.

Copenhagen to Essen-Gerschede by train

First train

00:35

Last train

18:28

Departure station

Copenhagen

Arrival station

Essen-Gerschede

Journey time

From 9h 23m

Distance

370 miles (595 km)

Frequency

11 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

FAQs about the train journey from Copenhagen to Essen-Gerschede

Want to know more about your journey from Copenhagen to Essen-Gerschede? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do you get to Essen-Gerschede from Copenhagen?

To travel to Essen-Gerschede from Copenhagen, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 11 hours and 17 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 9 hours and 23 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Copenhagen to Essen-Gerschede?

Trains from Copenhagen to Essen-Gerschede take an average of 11 hours and 17 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 9 hours and 23 minutes. You'll usually find 11 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between Copenhagen and Essen-Gerschede by train?

The quickest journey time between Copenhagen and Essen-Gerschede by train is 9 hours and 23 minutes.

Are there direct trains from Copenhagen to Essen-Gerschede?

No, there are no direct trains running from Copenhagen to Essen-Gerschede, you’ll usually need to make at least 2 changes during the journey.

Copenhagen to Essen-Gerschede train times

Check out the next trains departing from Copenhagen to Essen-Gerschede for Monday 5th May 2025. For the full train timetable/schedule, or to search for a later time or date, click here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
23:3511:2011h 45m, 4 changes
02:1113:2011h 9m, 4 changes
04:5714:209h 23m, 2 changes
06:5716:209h 23m, 3 changes
06:5717:2010h 23m, 2 changes
08:5718:209h 23m, 2 changes
10:3720:209h 43m, 2 changes
12:5722:209h 23m, 2 changes
14:5705:2014h 23m, 3 changes
14:5706:5015h 53m, 2 changes

Cheap train tickets from Copenhagen to Essen-Gerschede

Book in advance

Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Copenhagen to Essen-Gerschede by booking early.§

Be flexible with your travel times

Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.

Choose a slower or connecting train

On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!

Look out for special deals

Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.

For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.

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