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

The cheapest way to get from Chemnitz to Cologne is to rideshare which costs €24 - €30 and takes 5h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chemnitz to Cologne is to drive which takes 4h 18m and costs €70 - €110.

Is there a direct bus between Chemnitz and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Chemnitz station to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Chemnitz central bus station and arriving at Köln Breslauer Platz/Hbf via Bergisch Gladbach Bensberg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Chemnitz and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Chemnitz to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Chemnitz, Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Leipzig Hbf and Frankfurt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 36m.

How far is it from Chemnitz to Cologne?

The distance between Chemnitz and Cologne is 629 km. The road distance is 504.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Chemnitz to Cologne without a car is to train via Frankfurt am Main which takes 6h 36m and costs €70 - €210.

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

It takes approximately 6h 36m to get from Chemnitz to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chemnitz to Cologne bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chemnitz to Cologne train from?

Chemnitz to Cologne train services, operated by Mitteldeutsche Regiobahn, depart from Chemnitz, Hauptbahnhof station.

Train or bus from Chemnitz to Cologne?

The best way to get from Chemnitz to Cologne is to train via Frankfurt am Main which takes 6h 36m and costs €70 - €210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €65 and takes 7h 19m.

Where does the Chemnitz to Cologne bus arrive?

Chemnitz to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bensberg Busbahnhof station.

Where does the Chemnitz to Cologne train arrive?

Chemnitz to Cologne train services, operated by Mitteldeutsche Regiobahn, arrive at Leipzig Hbf station.

Can I drive from Chemnitz to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Chemnitz to Cologne is 505 km. It takes approximately 4h 18m to drive from Chemnitz to Cologne.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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Can I share a ride from Chemnitz to Cologne?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Chemnitz and Cologne. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Chemnitz to Cologne - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Chemnitz to Cologne by train, bus, car, plane, or rideshare

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 am Main
best
1. Take the train from Chemnitz, Hauptbahnhof to Leipzig HbfRe6
2. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Frankfurt50 / ...
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf41 / ...
6h 36m
€74–201
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Chemnitz to Cologne504.1 km
5h 19m
€24–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chemnitz central bus station to Bensberg BusbahnhofN20
7h 19m
€30–65
Drive 504.7 km
1. Drive from Chemnitz to Cologne504.7 km
4h 18m
€71–103
Train to Dresden Airport, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take the train from Chemnitz, Hauptbahnhof to Dresden Hauptbahnhof
2. Fly from Dresden Airport (DRS) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)DRS - DUS
5h 1m
€108–357
Train
1. Take the train from Chemnitz, Hauptbahnhof to Leipzig HbfRe6
2. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Köln Hbf51 / ...
7h 52m
€60–161
Train to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Take the train from Chemnitz, Hauptbahnhof to Flughafen BER
2. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)BER - CGN
5h 13m
€89–299
Train to Dresden Airport, fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Take the train from Chemnitz, Hauptbahnhof to Dresden Hauptbahnhof
2. Fly from Dresden Airport (DRS) to Frankfurt (FRA)DRS - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf
5h 8m
€178–381
Train to Leipzig-Halle Airport, fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Take the train from Chemnitz, Hauptbahnhof to Leipzig Hbf
2. Fly from Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ) to Frankfurt (FRA)LEJ - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf
4h 57m
€123–247
Bus to Václav Havel Airport Prague, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take the bus from Chemnitz central bus station to Prague
2. Fly from Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)PRG - DUS
6h 52m
€99–267

Chemnitz to Cologne by train

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6h 36mAverage Duration

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Distance: 629.4 km
Duration: 6h 36m

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

You can take a train from Chemnitz, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Leipzig Hbf and Frankfurt in around 6h 36m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Chemnitz central bus station to Bensberg Busbahnhof once daily. Tickets cost €30–65 and the journey takes 6h 15m.

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