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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Kalmar is to bus which costs 800 kr - 1800 kr and takes 25h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Kalmar is to train and fly which takes 8h 39m and costs 2900 kr - 3900 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 1500 kr - 2900 kr.

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

It takes approximately 8h 39m 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, bus 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 1500 kr - 2900 kr. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 800 kr - 1800 kr and takes 25h 10m, you could also fly, which costs 850 kr - 3600 kr and takes 9h 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 16m 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 Bftrain
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Kalmar Öland Airport (KLR)plane DUS - KLR
8h 39m
kr 2,898–3,818
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cologne Airport CGN to Copenhagen Busterminalbus N74
2. Take the bus from Copenhagen Busterminal to Lundbus N73
3. Take the bus from Lund Centralstation to Hässleholm Centralstationbus
4. Take the bus from Hässleholm Centralstation to Kalmar, Järnvägstationbus
25h 10m
kr 828–1,762
Train via Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Hamburg Hbftrain 43 / ...
2. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to København, Københavns Lufthavntrain Ece
3. Take the train from Copenhagen Airport to Kalmar, Järnvägstationtrain
14h 43m
kr 1,540–2,832
Drive 1,190.2 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Kalmarcar 1,190.2 km
11h 16m
kr 1,971–2,847
Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly to Copenhagen Airport, train
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to D-Flughafen Bftrain
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Copenhagen Airport (CPH)plane DUS - CPH
3. Take the train from Copenhagen Airport to Kalmar, Järnvägstationtrain
8h 51m
kr 1,372–3,683
Fly Cologne Bonn Airport to Kalmar Öland Airport
1. Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Kalmar Öland Airport (KLR)plane CGN - KLR
9h 43m
kr 896–3,529
Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly to Gothenburg-Landvetter Airport, bus, train
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to D-Flughafen Bftrain
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Gothenburg-Landvetter Airport (GOT)plane DUS - GOT
3. Take the bus from Landvetter flygplats to Borås Centralstationbus
4. Take the train from Borås Centralstation to Kalmar, Järnvägstationtrain
9h 19m
kr 1,073–3,418
Train
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Hamburg Hbftrain 43 / ...
2. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Malmö, Centralstationtrain 344
3. Take the train from Malmö, Centralstation to Kalmar, Järnvägstationtrain
15h 1m
kr 900–1,842
Train #2
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Tostedttrain Drf
2. Take the train from Tostedt to Hamburg Hbftrain Rb / ...
3. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Eslov stationtrain Ic
4. Take the train from Eslöv station to Kalmar, Järnvägstationtrain
16h 4m

Cologne to Kalmar by train

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14h 43mAverage Duration

kr 1,540Cheapest Price

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Distance: 921 km
Duration: 8h 39m

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, you can take a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Kalmar, Järnvägstation via Flughafen Köln/Bonn Bf, Cologne Airport CGN, Copenhagen Busterminal, Lund, Lund Centralstation, and Hässleholm Centralstation in around 25h 10m.

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