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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Fritzlar is to bus which costs €15 - €25 and takes 6h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Fritzlar is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs €28 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Fritzlar?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Fritzlar. However, there are services departing from Köln Heumarkt and arriving at Fritzlar Allee via Leverkusen and Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 38m.

How far is it from Cologne to Fritzlar?

The distance between Cologne and Fritzlar is 351 km. The road distance is 201.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Fritzlar without a car is to train via Frankfurt am Main which takes 4h 1m and costs €45 - €130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 1m to get from Cologne to Fritzlar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Fritzlar bus from?

Cologne to Fritzlar bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Leverkusen station.

Train or bus from Cologne to Fritzlar?

The best way to get from Cologne to Fritzlar is to train via Frankfurt am Main which takes 4h 1m and costs €45 - €130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €15 - €25 and takes 6h 38m.

Where does the Cologne to Fritzlar bus arrive?

Cologne to Fritzlar bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Kassel station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Fritzlar?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Fritzlar is 201 km. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Cologne to Fritzlar.

Where can I stay near Fritzlar?

There are 999+ hotels available in Fritzlar.

Cologne to Fritzlar - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 500 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Cologne to Fritzlar 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 via Frankfurt am Main
best
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Frankfurttrain 41 / ...
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Wabern Bahnhoftrain 26
4h 1m
€49–125
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leverkusen to Kasselbus 264
6h 38m
€15–25
Drive 201.4 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Fritzlarcar 201.4 km
2h 36m
€29–41
Train, line 500 bus
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhetrain 51
2. Take the bus from Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe to Fritzlar Alleebus 500
5h 11m
Train
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Kamentrain Re
2. Take the train from Kamen to Kassel-Wilhelmshoehetrain Re
6h 24m
€54–84

Cologne to Fritzlar by train and bus

112Weekly Services

4h 1mAverage Duration

€49Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cologne to Fritzlar.

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Distance: 350.8 km
Duration: 4h 1m

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

You can take a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Fritzlar Amtsgericht via Frankfurt, Wabern Bahnhof, and Wabern Bahnhof in around 4h 1m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Leverkusen to Kassel 5 times a week. Tickets cost €15–25 and the journey takes 3h 30m. FlixBus-eu also services this route 5 times a week.

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