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ITCopenhagen to Essen Train & Bus Tickets
From Copenhagen (Denmark) to Essen (Germany) · about 595 km
See prices for Copenhagen → Essen
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Search Prices →Train or bus? What recent searches show
Fares and timetables seen in recent TransitScanner searches for Copenhagen to Essen, side by side.
| Train | Bus | |
|---|---|---|
| Cheapest fare seen | €43.47 for travel on 13 Dec 2026 (seen 19 Oct 2026) | €42.97 for travel on 13 Dec 2026 (seen 19 Oct 2026) |
| Typical journey time | about 14 h 23 min (9 journeys) | about 14 h 25 min (10 journeys) |
| Sold by | FlixTrain | FlixBus |
Last checked 28 Oct 2026. This is what searches saw, not a live quote: fares change, and the price at the seller's checkout is the one that counts.
Copenhagen to Essen: what to expect
Copenhagen and Essen are about 595 kilometres apart. TransitScanner compares the train and bus options sold on this route across many sellers, so fares, journey times and companies can be seen side by side.
This is an international route from Denmark to Germany. Carry valid travel documents (passport or EU ID card where applicable) for border checks. At 595 km this is a long-distance journey.
Fares are asked of the sellers on every search; the price at their checkout is the one that counts.
How to find cheap Copenhagen–Essen tickets
- Book early: fares often rise as the departure date approaches.
- Fares often differ between weekdays and times of day, so compare several dates.
- Use the multi-date scanner to find the cheapest day in a week or month.
- Compare direct and connecting options: a change can be cheaper, a direct journey is usually quicker.
FAQ: Copenhagen to Essen
How long does the journey from Copenhagen to Essen take?
In recent searches the typical journey took about 14 h 23 min by train and about 14 h 25 min by bus (median of the journeys seen, last checked 28 Oct 2026).
What is the cheapest ticket from Copenhagen to Essen?
The lowest fare seen recently is €42.97 by bus (FlixBus), for travel on 13 Dec 2026 (seen 19 Oct 2026). The lowest train fare seen is €43.47. Fares change daily: search your date to compare current train and bus prices.
Is it cheaper by train or by bus from Copenhagen to Essen?
In recent searches the lowest train fare was €43.47 and the lowest bus fare €42.97, so the bus was cheaper. Fares change by date, so compare your own.
Which companies sell tickets from Copenhagen to Essen?
Recent searches showed journeys sold by FlixTrain, FlixBus.