What is the cheapest way to get from Cologne to Glacier Express?

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Glacier Express is to fly and train and bus which costs SFr 65 - SFr 190 and takes 10h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cologne to Glacier Express?

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Glacier Express is to drive which takes 6h 59m and costs SFr 100 - SFr 160.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Glacier Express?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Glacier Express. However, there are services departing from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf and arriving at Preda via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof, Basel SBB and Chur. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 56m.

How far is it from Cologne to Glacier Express?

The distance between Cologne and Glacier Express is 762 km. The road distance is 684.2 km.

How do I travel from Cologne to Glacier Express without a car?

The best way to get from Cologne to Glacier Express without a car is to train via Mannheim which takes 9h 56m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Cologne to Glacier Express?

It takes approximately 9h 56m to get from Cologne to Glacier Express, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Glacier Express train from?

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

Where does the Cologne to Glacier Express train arrive?

Cologne to Glacier Express train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Glacier Express?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Glacier Express is 684 km. It takes approximately 6h 59m to drive from Cologne to Glacier Express.

Where can I stay near Glacier Express?

There are 1393+ hotels available in Glacier Express.

Cologne to Glacier Express - 8 ways to travel via train, night train, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Cologne to Glacier Express by train, night train, car, plane, or bus

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 Mannheim
best
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain 47 / ...
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Basel SBBtrain 20 / ...
3. Take the train from Basel SBB to Churtrain Ic3 / ...
4. Take the train from Chur to Predatrain R38
9h 56m
Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly to Milano Malpensa Airport, train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to D-Flughafen Bftrain
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)plane DUS - MXP
3. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Bellinzonatrain
4. Take the bus from Bellinzona, Stazione to Thusis, Bahnhofbus
11h 24m
CHF 65–194
Night train, train
1. Take the night train from Koeln Hbf to Zuerich Hbnighttrain Nj
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Churtrain Ice / ...
3. Take the train from Chur to Predatrain R38
12h 23m
Drive 684.2 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Glacier Expresscar 684.2 km
6h 59m
CHF 108–156
Fly Cologne Bonn Airport to Zurich Airport, train
1. Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane CGN - ZRH
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Churtrain
3. Take the train from Chur to Predatrain
7h 37m
Train
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Zürich HBtrain
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Churtrain Ice / ...
3. Take the train from Chur to Predatrain R38
12h 23m
Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly to Zurich Airport, train
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to D-Flughafen Bftrain
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane DUS - ZRH
3. Take the train from Zürich HB to Churtrain
4. Take the train from Chur to Predatrain
8h 8m
Fly Cologne Bonn Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport, train, bus
1. Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)plane CGN - MXP
2. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Bellinzonatrain
3. Take the bus from Bellinzona, Stazione to Thusis, Bahnhofbus
10h 58m
CHF 67–190

Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Zurich Airport (ZRH) flights

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1h 36mAverage Duration

CHF 57Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cologne to Glacier Express.

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Distance: 762.1 km
Duration: 9h 56m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Glacier Express, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Glacier Express via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof, Basel SBB, Chur, and Preda in around 9h 56m.

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