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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Kalmar is to bus and train which costs 900 kr - 1900 kr and takes 24h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Kalmar is to fly which takes 6h 43m and costs 1500 kr - 4200 kr.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Kalmar?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Kalmar station. However, there are services departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Kalmar, Järnvägstation via Hamburg Hbf and Copenhagen Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 43m.

How far is it from Cologne to Kalmar?

The distance between Cologne and Kalmar is 921 km. The road distance is 1190.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Kalmar without a car is to train via Copenhagen Airport (CPH) which takes 14h 43m and costs 1700 kr - 3100 kr.

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

It takes approximately 8h 43m to get from Cologne to Kalmar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Kalmar train from?

Cologne to Kalmar train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Hbf station.

Train or fly from Cologne to Kalmar?

The best way to get from Cologne to Kalmar is to train via Copenhagen Airport (CPH) which takes 14h 43m and costs 1700 kr - 3100 kr. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs 1500 kr - 4200 kr and takes 6h 43m.

Where does the Cologne to Kalmar train arrive?

Cologne to Kalmar train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Hamburg Hbf station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Kalmar?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Kalmar is 1190 km. It takes approximately 11h 11m to drive from Cologne to Kalmar.

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

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Where can I stay near Kalmar?

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Cologne to Kalmar - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Cologne to Kalmar by train, plane, 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 to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly to Kalmar Öland Airport
best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to D-Flughafen Bf
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Kalmar Öland Airport (KLR)DUS - KLR
8h 43m
kr 2,100–4,340
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leverkusen to Copenhagen BusterminalN74
2. Take the bus from Copenhagen Busterminal to LundN73
3. Take the train from Lund Centralstation to Hässleholm Centralstation
4. Take the bus from Hässleholm Centralstation to Kalmar, Järnvägstation
24h 29m
kr 928–1,900
Train via Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Hamburg Hbf43 / ...
2. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to København, Københavns LufthavnEce
3. Take the train from Copenhagen Airport to Kalmar, Järnvägstation
14h 43m
kr 1,715–3,029
Drive 1,190.2 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Kalmar1,190.2 km
11h 11m
kr 2,069–2,988
Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly to Copenhagen Airport, train
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to D-Flughafen Bf
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Copenhagen Airport (CPH)DUS - CPH
3. Take the train from Copenhagen Airport to Kalmar, Järnvägstation
8h 50m
kr 1,585–3,815
Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly to Gothenburg-Landvetter Airport, bus, train
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to D-Flughafen Bf
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Gothenburg-Landvetter Airport (GOT)DUS - GOT
3. Take the bus from Landvetter Airport to Borås Centralstation
4. Take the train from Borås Centralstation to Kalmar, Järnvägstation
9h 13m
kr 1,005–3,540
Fly Cologne Bonn Airport to Kalmar Öland Airport
1. Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Kalmar Öland Airport (KLR)CGN - KLR
6h 43m
kr 1,547–4,107
Train
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Hamburg Hbf43 / ...
2. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Malmö Centralstation344 / ...
3. Take the train from Malmö Centralstation to Kalmar, Järnvägstation
14h 57m
kr 1,025–2,049
Train #2
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to TostedtDrf
2. Take the train from Tostedt to Hamburg HbfRe
3. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Eslöv station
4. Take the train from Eslöv station to Kalmar, Järnvägstation
17h 52m

Cologne to Kalmar by train

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14h 43mAverage Duration

kr 1,715Cheapest Price

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Distance: 921 km
Duration: 8h 43m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Kalmar, Sweden?

You can take a train from Köln Hbf to Kalmar, Järnvägstation via Hamburg Hbf, København, Københavns Lufthavn, and Copenhagen Airport in around 14h 43m. Alternatively, Ryanair, Scandinavian Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Kalmar Öland Airport (KLR) once daily.

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