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 €20 - €35 and takes 6h 39m.

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 39m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Fritzlar?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Fritzlar. However, there are services departing from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf and arriving at Wabern Bahnhof via Frankfurt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 5m.

How far is it from Cologne to Fritzlar?

The distance between Cologne and Fritzlar is 351 km. The road distance is 203.2 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 5m and costs €60 - €270.

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

It takes approximately 4h 5m 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.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Fritzlar train from?

Cologne to Fritzlar train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf 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 5m and costs €60 - €270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €20 - €35 and takes 6h 39m.

Where does the Cologne to Fritzlar bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cologne to Fritzlar train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cologne to Fritzlar?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Fritzlar is 203 km. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Cologne to Fritzlar.

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

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Where can I stay near Fritzlar?

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Cologne to Fritzlar by train, bus, or car

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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 5m
€62–269
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leverkusen to Kasselbus 264
6h 39m
€20–35
Drive 203.2 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Fritzlarcar 203.2 km
2h 36m
€29–42
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 12m
Train
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Kamentrain Re
2. Take the train from Kamen to Kassel-Wilhelmshoehetrain Re
6h 1m

Cologne to Fritzlar by train and bus

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Distance: 350.7 km
Duration: 4h 5m

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 5m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Leverkusen to Kassel once daily. Tickets cost €20–35 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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