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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Greiz is to bus which costs €35 - €80 and takes 9h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Greiz is to drive which takes 4h 12m and costs €65 - €95.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Greiz?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Greiz. However, there are services departing from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf and arriving at Greiz via Frankfurt, Erfurt Hbf and Gera Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 36m.

How far is it from Cologne to Greiz?

The distance between Cologne and Greiz is 554 km. The road distance is 460.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Greiz without a car is to train via Frankfurt am Main which takes 6h 36m and costs €100 - €550.

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

It takes approximately 6h 36m to get from Cologne to Greiz, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Greiz train from?

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

Train or bus from Cologne to Greiz?

The best way to get from Cologne to Greiz is to train via Frankfurt am Main which takes 6h 36m and costs €100 - €550. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €80 and takes 9h 48m.

Where does the Cologne to Greiz train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cologne to Greiz?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Greiz is 461 km. It takes approximately 4h 12m to drive from Cologne to Greiz.

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

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Where can I stay near Greiz?

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Cologne to Greiz - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Cologne to Greiz 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 Erfurt Hbftrain 50 / ...
3. Take the train from Erfurt Hbf to Gera Hbftrain Re3 / ...
6h 36m
€102–510
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leverkusen to Gera central train stationbus 020
9h 48m
€38–79
Drive 460.6 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Greizcar 460.6 km
4h 12m
€66–95
Train
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Gera Hbftrain 51
8h 18m
€114–260

Cologne to Greiz by train

114Weekly Trains

6h 36mAverage Duration

€102Cheapest Price

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Distance: 553.6 km
Duration: 6h 36m

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

You can take a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Greiz via Frankfurt, Erfurt Hbf, and Gera Hbf in around 6h 36m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Leverkusen to Gera central train station once daily. Tickets cost €30–55 and the journey takes 6h 55m.

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