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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Esslingen is to train via Oberwesel which costs €50 - €75 and takes 6h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Esslingen is to train which takes 2h 18m and costs €65 - €190.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Esslingen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf and arriving at Esslingen. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 18m.

How far is it from Cologne to Esslingen?

The distance between Cologne and Esslingen is 353 km. The road distance is 357.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Esslingen without a car is to train which takes 2h 18m and costs €65 - €190.

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

The train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Esslingen takes 2h 18m including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Esslingen train from?

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

Train or fly from Cologne to Esslingen?

The best way to get from Cologne to Esslingen is to train which takes 2h 18m and costs €65 - €190. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs €110 - €300 and takes 5h 16m.

Where does the Cologne to Esslingen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cologne to Esslingen?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Esslingen is 358 km. It takes approximately 3h 40m to drive from Cologne to Esslingen.

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

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Where can I stay near Esslingen?

There are 1607+ hotels available in Esslingen.

Cologne to Esslingen - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Cologne to Esslingen by train, car, 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
best
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Esslingentrain 47 / ...
2h 18m
€65–190
Drive 357.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Cologne to Esslingencar 357.5 km
3h 40m
€52–75
Fly
1. Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Stuttgart Airport (STR)plane CGN - STR
5h 16m
€118–295
Train via Oberwesel
1. Take the train from Köln Süd Bf to Oberwesel Bahnhoftrain Rb26
2. Take the train from Oberwesel Bahnhof to Esslingentrain Drf
6h 28m
€53–73

Cologne to Esslingen by train

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2h 18mAverage Duration

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Distance: 352.7 km
Duration: 2h 18m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Esslingen every 3 hours. Tickets cost €65–190 and the journey takes 2h 18m. Alternatively, Lufthansa, Eurowings, and Swiss fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Stuttgart Airport (STR) every 4 hours.

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