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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Esslingen is to drive which costs €50 - €75 and takes 3h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Esslingen is to train via Hauptbahnhof which takes 2h 17m and costs €40 - €130.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Esslingen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Koeln Hbf and arriving at Esslingen(Neckar). Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 30m.

How far is it from Cologne to Esslingen?

The distance between Cologne and Esslingen is 359 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 via Hauptbahnhof which takes 2h 17m and costs €40 - €130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 17m to get from Cologne to Esslingen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Esslingen train from?

Cologne to Esslingen train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Koeln Hbf station.

Train or fly from Cologne to Esslingen?

The best way to get from Cologne to Esslingen is to train via Hauptbahnhof which takes 2h 17m and costs €40 - €130. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs €110 - €650 and takes 4h 45m.

Where does the Cologne to Esslingen train arrive?

Cologne to Esslingen train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Esslingen(Neckar) 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 1562+ hotels available in Esslingen.

Cologne to Esslingen - 8 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 8 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 via Hauptbahnhof
best
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Hauptbahnhoftrain 47 / ...
2h 17m
€44–121
Train via Cologne Hbf
cheapest
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Hauptbahnhoftrain 42 / ...
2h 33m
€40–191
Drive 357.5 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Esslingencar 357.5 km
3h 40m
€50–73
Fly Cologne Bonn Airport to Stuttgart Airport
1. Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Stuttgart Airport (STR)plane CGN - STR
4h 45m
€115–644
Train
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Esslingen(Neckar)train Ice
2h 30m
€50–190
Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly to Stuttgart Airport
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to D-Flughafen Bftrain
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Stuttgart Airport (STR)plane DUS - STR
5h 15m
€133–321
Train to Frankfurt, fly to Stuttgart Airport
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Stuttgart Airport (STR)plane FRA - STR
3h 32m
€127–248
Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to D-Flughafen Bftrain
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane DUS - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Hauptbahnhoftrain
4h 33m
€116–305

Cologne to Esslingen by train

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Distance: 358.7 km
Duration: 2h 17m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Hauptbahnhof every 3 hours. Tickets cost €35–110 and the journey takes 2h 1m. Alternatively, Eurowings, Swiss, and three other airlines fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Stuttgart Airport (STR) 5 times a day.

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