What is the cheapest way to get from Apolda to Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Apolda to Cologne is to drive which costs €55 - €85 and takes 3h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Apolda to Cologne?

The fastest way to get from Apolda to Cologne is to drive which takes 3h 30m and costs €55 - €85.

Is there a direct train between Apolda and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Apolda and arriving at Köln Hbf. Services depart once a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 5h 49m.

How far is it from Apolda to Cologne?

The distance between Apolda and Cologne is 468 km. The road distance is 399.4 km.

How do I travel from Apolda to Cologne without a car?

The best way to get from Apolda to Cologne without a car is to train via Frankfurt Airport (FRA) which takes 5h 3m and costs €60 - €200.

How long does it take to get from Apolda to Cologne?

It takes approximately 5h 3m to get from Apolda to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Apolda to Cologne train from?

Apolda to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Erfurt Hbf station.

Where does the Apolda to Cologne train arrive?

Apolda to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Frankfurt station.

Can I drive from Apolda to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Apolda to Cologne is 399 km. It takes approximately 3h 30m to drive from Apolda to Cologne.

How do I get a train ticket from Apolda to Cologne?

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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Apolda to Cologne - 5 ways to travel via train, night train, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Apolda to Cologne by train, night train, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
best
1. Take the train from Erfurt Hbf to Frankfurt13 / ...
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Hbf78 / ...
5h 3m
€63–200
Drive 399.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Apolda to Cologne399.4 km
3h 30m
€58–83
Train, night train
1. Take the train from Weimar to GöttingenRe1
2. Take the night train from Goettingen to Koeln HbfNj
13h 30m
€73–327
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Apolda to Halle(Saale)Hbf
2. Fly from Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ) to Frankfurt (FRA)LEJ - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Hbf
4h 39m
€127–305
Train
1. Take the train from Apolda to Köln Hbf51
5h 49m
€80–95

Apolda to Cologne by train

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5h 3mAverage Duration

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Distance: 467.7 km
Duration: 5h 3m

What companies run services between Apolda, Germany and Cologne, Germany?

You can take a train from Apolda to Köln Hbf via Erfurt Hbf and Frankfurt in around 5h 3m.

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