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How to travel from Cologne Bonn Airport to Essen-Kray Nord by train

Want to find out more about taking the train from Cologne Bonn Airport to Essen-Kray Nord? Look no further.

There are around 35 trains per day running between Cologne Bonn Airport and Essen-Kray Nord, which usually take 2 hours 3 minutes to complete the 41 miles (66 km) journey. It can take as little as 1 hour 33 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Essen-Kray Nord from Cologne Bonn Airport, you'll just need to make 1 change along the way.

You can save money on train tickets from Cologne Bonn Airport to Essen-Kray Nord if you book in advance. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.

Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, read on for timetables (including first and last train times), FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.

Cologne Bonn Airport to Essen-Kray Nord by train

First train

00:23

Last train

23:27

Departure station

Cologne Bonn Airport

Arrival station

Essen-Kray Nord

Journey time

From 1h 33m

Distance

41 miles (66 km)

Frequency

35 trains per day

Changes

1 change

FAQs about the train journey from Cologne Bonn Airport to Essen-Kray Nord

Want to know more about your journey from Cologne Bonn Airport to Essen-Kray Nord? 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-Kray Nord from Cologne Bonn Airport?

To travel to Essen-Kray Nord from Cologne Bonn Airport, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 2 hours and 3 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 1 hour and 33 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Cologne Bonn Airport to Essen-Kray Nord?

Trains from Cologne Bonn Airport to Essen-Kray Nord take an average of 2 hours and 3 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 1 hour and 33 minutes. You'll usually find 35 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 Cologne Bonn Airport and Essen-Kray Nord by train?

The quickest journey time between Cologne Bonn Airport and Essen-Kray Nord by train is 1 hour and 33 minutes.

Are there direct trains from Cologne Bonn Airport to Essen-Kray Nord?

No, there are no direct trains running from Cologne Bonn Airport to Essen-Kray Nord, you’ll usually need to make at least 1 change during the journey.

Cologne Bonn Airport to Essen-Kray Nord train times

Check out the next trains departing from Cologne Bonn Airport to Essen-Kray Nord for Tuesday 13th May 2025. For the full train timetable/schedule, or to search for a later time or date, click here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
08:0909:551h 46m, 3 changes
08:0910:001h 51m, 2 changes
08:4810:542h 6m, 1 change
09:0910:541h 45m, 3 changes
09:4811:582h 10m, 1 change
10:0911:581h 49m, 2 changes
10:4812:542h 6m, 1 change
11:0912:541h 45m, 3 changes
11:4813:572h 9m, 1 change
12:0913:571h 48m, 2 changes

Cheap train tickets from Cologne Bonn Airport to Essen-Kray Nord

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 Cologne Bonn Airport to Essen-Kray Nord 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.

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