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 19m 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, Hauptbahnhof via Frankfurt and Leipzig Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 19m.

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 19m and costs €60 - €180.

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

It takes approximately 6h 19m 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 19m and costs €60 - €180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €70 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 19m 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?

There are 817+ hotels available in Chemnitz.

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

There are 10 ways to get from Cologne to Chemnitz 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 Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Frankfurttrain 41 / ...
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Leipzig Hbftrain 50 / ...
3. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Chemnitz, Hauptbahnhoftrain Re6
6h 19m
€65–177
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Cologne to Chemnitzrideshare 501.1 km
5h 20m
€21–40
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bensberg Busbahnhof to Chemnitz central bus stationbus N20
8h 7m
€30–70
Drive 501.6 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Chemnitzcar 501.6 km
4h 19m
€71–103
Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly to Dresden Airport, train
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to D-Flughafen Bftrain
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Dresden Airport (DRS)plane DUS - DRS
3. Take the train from Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Chemnitz, Hauptbahnhoftrain
4h 45m
€105–395
Train
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Leipzig Hbftrain 51 / ...
2. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Chemnitz, Hauptbahnhoftrain Re6
7h 22m
€69–162
Train to Frankfurt, fly to Dresden Airport, train
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Dresden Airport (DRS)plane FRA - DRS
3. Take the train from Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Chemnitz, Hauptbahnhoftrain
4h 56m
€181–376
Train to Frankfurt, fly to Leipzig-Halle Airport, train
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ)plane FRA - LEJ
3. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Chemnitz, Hauptbahnhoftrain
4h 49m
€122–253
Fly Cologne Bonn Airport to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, train
1. Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)plane CGN - BER
2. Take the train from Flughafen BER to Chemnitz, Hauptbahnhoftrain
6h 4m
€89–296
Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly to Václav Havel Airport Prague, bus
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to D-Flughafen Bftrain
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)plane DUS - PRG
3. Take the bus from Prague to Chemnitz central bus stationbus
7h 32m
€97–294

Cologne to Chemnitz by train

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6h 19mAverage Duration

€65Cheapest Price

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Distance: 629.3 km
Duration: 6h 19m

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

You can take a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Chemnitz, Hauptbahnhof via Frankfurt and Leipzig Hbf in around 6h 19m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bensberg Busbahnhof to Chemnitz central bus station once daily. Tickets cost €30–70 and the journey takes 6h 35m.

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