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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Einbeck is to bus which costs €30 - €50 and takes 7h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Einbeck is to drive which takes 3h 2m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Einbeck?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Einbeck. However, there are services departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Einbeck Mitte via Hannover Hbf and Einbeck Salzderhelden. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 46m.

How far is it from Cologne to Einbeck?

The distance between Cologne and Einbeck is 376 km. The road distance is 276 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Einbeck without a car is to train which takes 4h 46m and costs €60 - €120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 46m to get from Cologne to Einbeck, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Einbeck train from?

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

Train or bus from Cologne to Einbeck?

The best way to get from Cologne to Einbeck is to train which takes 4h 46m and costs €60 - €120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €50 and takes 7h 35m.

Where does the Cologne to Einbeck train arrive?

Cologne to Einbeck train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Hannover Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Einbeck?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Einbeck is 276 km. It takes approximately 3h 2m to drive from Cologne to Einbeck.

Where can I stay near Einbeck?

There are 240+ hotels available in Einbeck.

Cologne to Einbeck - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Cologne to Einbeck by train, bus, or car

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Hannover Hauptbahnhof19 / ...
2. Take the train from Hannover Hbf to Einbeck-SalzderheldenRe
4h 46m
€61–117
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leverkusen to Göttingen central bus station264
7h 35m
€31–48
Drive 276 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Einbeck276 km
3h 2m
€39–56
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Hamm(Westf)HbfRe
2. Take the train from Hamm(Westf)Hbf to Paderborn HbfRe
3. Take the train from Paderborn Hbf to Holzminden
4. Take the bus from Holzminden Bahnhof to Einbeck Mitte/ZOB540
6h 40m

Cologne to Einbeck by train

139Weekly Trains

4h 46mAverage Duration

€61Cheapest Price

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Distance: 375.7 km
Duration: 4h 46m

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

You can take a train from Köln Hbf to Einbeck Mitte via Hannover Hbf and Einbeck Salzderhelden in around 4h 46m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Leverkusen to Göttingen central bus station 5 times a week. Tickets cost €17–28 and the journey takes 4h 35m.

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