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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Chemnitz is to rideshare which costs €21 - €40 and takes 5h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Chemnitz is to drive which takes 4h 17m and costs €70 - €110.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Chemnitz?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Chemnitz station. However, there are services departing from Köln Breslauer Platz/Hbf and arriving at Chemnitz central bus station via Bensberg Busbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Chemnitz?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Chemnitz. However, there are services departing from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf and arriving at Chemnitz Hbf via Frankfurt and Leipzig Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 15m.

How far is it from Cologne to Chemnitz?

The distance between Cologne and Chemnitz is 629 km. The road distance is 501.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Chemnitz without a car is to train via Frankfurt am Main which takes 6h 15m and costs €70 - €200.

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

It takes approximately 6h 15m to get from Cologne to Chemnitz, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Chemnitz bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cologne to Chemnitz train from?

Cologne to Chemnitz train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.

Train or bus from Cologne to Chemnitz?

The best way to get from Cologne to Chemnitz is to train via Frankfurt am Main which takes 6h 15m and costs €70 - €200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €50 and takes 8h 7m.

Where does the Cologne to Chemnitz bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cologne to Chemnitz train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cologne to Chemnitz?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Chemnitz is 502 km. It takes approximately 4h 17m to drive from Cologne to Chemnitz.

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

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Where can I stay near Chemnitz?

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Can I share a ride from Cologne to Chemnitz?

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

Cologne to Chemnitz - 11 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, and car

There are 11 ways to get from Cologne to Chemnitz by train, bus, night train, car, rideshare, 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 am Main
best
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Frankfurt41 / ...
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Leipzig Hbf50 / ...
3. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Chemnitz HbfRe
6h 15m
€73–194
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Cologne to Chemnitz501.1 km
5h 20m
€21–40
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bensberg Busbahnhof to Chemnitz central bus stationN20
8h 7m
€30–50
Night train, train
1. Take the night train from Koeln Hbf to Erfurt HbfNj
2. Take the train from Erfurt Hbf to Glauchau, BahnhofRe1
11h 21m
€75–307
Drive 501.6 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Chemnitz501.6 km
4h 17m
€71–102
Train
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Leipzig Hbf51 / ...
2. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Chemnitz HbfRe
7h 22m
€65–158
Fly Cologne Bonn Airport to Dresden Airport, train
1. Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Dresden Airport (DRS)CGN - DRS
2. Take the train from Dresden Hbf to Chemnitz Hbf
6h 46m
€175–371
Train to Frankfurt, fly to Leipzig-Halle Airport, train
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Frankfurt
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ)FRA - LEJ
3. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Chemnitz Hbf
4h 49m
€127–280
Train to Frankfurt, fly to Dresden Airport, train
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Frankfurt
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Dresden Airport (DRS)FRA - DRS
3. Take the train from Dresden Hbf to Chemnitz Hbf
5h 13m
€166–388
Fly Cologne Bonn Airport to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, train
1. Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)CGN - BER
2. Take the train from Flughafen BER to Chemnitz, Hauptbahnhof
6h 4m
€89–280
Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly to Václav Havel Airport Prague, bus
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to D-Flughafen Bf
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)DUS - PRG
3. Take the bus from Praha, Václav Havel Airport Prague to Chemnitz, Omnibusbahnhof
7h 26m

Cologne to Chemnitz by train

130Weekly Trains

6h 15mAverage Duration

€73Cheapest Price

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Distance: 629.3 km
Duration: 6h 15m

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

You can take a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Chemnitz Hbf via Frankfurt and Leipzig Hbf in around 6h 15m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bensberg Busbahnhof to Chemnitz central bus station once daily. Tickets cost €30–50 and the journey takes 6h 35m.

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