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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Schweinfurt is to bus which costs €24 - €65 and takes 6h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Schweinfurt is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs €50 - €140.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Schweinfurt?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Schweinfurt. However, there are services departing from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf and arriving at Schweinfurt Hbf via Würzburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 55m.

How far is it from Cologne to Schweinfurt?

The distance between Cologne and Schweinfurt is 344 km. The road distance is 319.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Schweinfurt without a car is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs €50 - €140.

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

It takes approximately 2h 55m to get from Cologne to Schweinfurt, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Schweinfurt train from?

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

Train or bus from Cologne to Schweinfurt?

The best way to get from Cologne to Schweinfurt is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs €50 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €24 - €65 and takes 6h 3m.

Where does the Cologne to Schweinfurt train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cologne to Schweinfurt?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Schweinfurt is 320 km. It takes approximately 3h 17m to drive from Cologne to Schweinfurt.

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

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Where can I stay near Schweinfurt?

There are 465+ hotels available in Schweinfurt.

Cologne to Schweinfurt - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Würzburg Hbf41 / ...
2. Take the train from Würzburg Hbf to Schweinfurt HbfRe20 / ...
2h 55m
€50–131
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cologne Airport CGN to Schweinfurt central train station068
6h 3m
€24–61
Drive 319.8 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Schweinfurt319.8 km
3h 17m
€45–65
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to D-Flughafen Bf
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Frankfurt (FRA)DUS - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Würzburg Hbf
4. Take the train from Würzburg Hbf to Schweinfurt Hbf
4h 53m
€117–274
Train via Frankfurt am Main
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Frankfurt(Main)HbfIce
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Schweinfurt HbfRe54 / ...
4h 42m
€47–133

Cologne to Schweinfurt by train

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Distance: 343.8 km
Duration: 2h 55m

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

You can take a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Schweinfurt Hbf via Würzburg Hbf in around 2h 55m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Cologne Airport CGN to Schweinfurt central train station 3 times a day. Tickets cost €20–40 and the journey takes 4h 55m.

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