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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Gotha is to bus which costs €29 - €60 and takes 6h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Gotha is to drive which takes 3h 3m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Gotha?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Gotha station. However, there are services departing from Köln Heumarkt and arriving at Eisenach central bus station via Leverkusen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Gotha?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Gotha. However, there are services departing from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf and arriving at Gotha via Frankfurt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 10m.

How far is it from Cologne to Gotha?

The distance between Cologne and Gotha is 406 km. The road distance is 330.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Gotha without a car is to train which takes 4h 10m and costs €70 - €250.

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

It takes approximately 4h 10m to get from Cologne to Gotha, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Gotha bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cologne to Gotha train from?

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

Train or bus from Cologne to Gotha?

The best way to get from Cologne to Gotha is to train which takes 4h 10m and costs €70 - €250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €29 - €60 and takes 6h 26m.

Where does the Cologne to Gotha bus arrive?

Cologne to Gotha bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Eisenach central bus station.

Where does the Cologne to Gotha train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cologne to Gotha?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Gotha is 330 km. It takes approximately 3h 3m to drive from Cologne to Gotha.

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

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Where can I stay near Gotha?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Frankfurttrain 41 / ...
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Gothatrain 50
4h 10m
€72–246
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leverkusen to Eisenach central bus stationbus 020
6h 26m
€30–56
Drive 330.2 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Gothacar 330.2 km
3h 3m
€48–69
Train via Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Frankfurt(M) Flughafen Fernbftrain Ice / ...
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Gothatrain 50
4h 16m
€59–250
Train #2
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Kamentrain Re
2. Take the train from Kamen to Kassel-Wilhelmshoehetrain Re
3. Take the train from Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe to Heilbad Heiligenstadttrain Re8 / ...
4. Take the train from Heilbad Heiligenstadt to Gothatrain Re1
7h 57m

Cologne to Gotha by train

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Distance: 405.9 km
Duration: 4h 10m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Gotha, Thuringia, Germany?

You can take a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Gotha via Frankfurt in around 4h 10m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Leverkusen to Eisenach central bus station 5 times a week. Tickets cost €24–40 and the journey takes 4h 25m.

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