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

The cheapest way to get from Chartres to Cologne is to bus which costs €40 - €130 and takes 10h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chartres to Cologne is to drive which takes 5h 28m and costs €85 - €130.

Is there a direct bus between Chartres and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Chartres to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Chartres and arriving at Köln Heumarkt via Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) and Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Chartres and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Chartres to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Chartres and arriving at Koeln Hbf via Montparnasse Bienvenue and Paris Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 2m.

How far is it from Chartres to Cologne?

The distance between Chartres and Cologne is 620 km. The road distance is 569.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Chartres to Cologne without a car is to train via Paris which takes 6h 2m and costs €65 - €250.

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

It takes approximately 6h 2m to get from Chartres to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chartres to Cologne bus from?

Chartres to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Chartres station.

Where do I catch the Chartres to Cologne train from?

Chartres to Cologne train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Chartres station.

Train or bus from Chartres to Cologne?

The best way to get from Chartres to Cologne is to train via Paris which takes 6h 2m and costs €65 - €250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €130 and takes 10h 31m.

Where does the Chartres to Cologne bus arrive?

Chartres to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) station.

Where does the Chartres to Cologne train arrive?

Chartres to Cologne train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Paris Gare Montparnasse station.

Can I drive from Chartres to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Chartres to Cologne is 569 km. It takes approximately 5h 28m to drive from Chartres to Cologne.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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Chartres to Cologne - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Chartres to Cologne by train (Eurostar), bus, car, train, 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 Paris
best
1. Take the train from Chartres to Paris Gare Montparnassetrain Ter
2. Take the train from Paris Nord to Koeln Hbftrain Thalys
6h 2m
€68–244
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chartres to Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)bus N1659
2. Take the bus from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) to Leverkusenbus N74 / ...
10h 31m
€42–122
Drive 569.2 km
1. Drive from Chartres to Colognecar 569.2 km
5h 28m
€88–127
Train, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take the train from Chartres to Paris Gare Montparnassetrain
2. Fly from Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane CDG - DUS
3. Take the train from Duesseldorf Hbf to Koeln Hbftrain
6h 32m
€140–360
Train
1. Take the train from Chartres to Paris Gare Montparnassetrain Ter
2. Take the train from Paris Nord to Köln Hbftrain Tha
6h 43m
€67–245
Train, fly to Brussels Airport
1. Take the train from Chartres to Paris Gare Montparnassetrain
2. Fly from Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Brussels Airport (BRU)plane CDG - BRU
3. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to Koeln Hbftrain
7h 8m
€153–366
Train, fly to Frankfurt
1. Take the train from Chartres to Paris Gare Montparnassetrain
2. Fly from Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane CDG - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain
6h 51m
€120–306

Chartres to Cologne by train, foot, and subway

38Weekly Services

6h 2mAverage Duration

€68Cheapest Price

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Distance: 620 km
Duration: 6h 2m

What companies run services between Chartres, Centre-Val de Loire, France and Cologne, Germany?

You can take a train from Chartres to Koeln Hbf via Paris Gare Montparnasse, Montparnasse Bienvenue, Gare du Nord, and Paris Nord in around 6h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chartres to Köln Heumarkt via Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine), Leverkusen, and Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bf in around 10h 31m.

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