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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Stade is to drive which costs €55 - €85 and takes 3h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Stade is to drive which takes 3h 35m and costs €55 - €85.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Stade?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Stade. However, there are services departing from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis and arriving at Bf. Stade via Münster bus stop, Bremen Hauptbahnhof and Zeven Busbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Stade?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Stade. However, there are services departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Stade via Hamburg-Harburg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 6m.

How far is it from Cologne to Stade?

The distance between Cologne and Stade is 466 km. The road distance is 406 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Stade without a car is to train which takes 5h 6m and costs €85 - €200.

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

It takes approximately 5h 6m to get from Cologne to Stade, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Stade bus from?

Cologne to Stade bus services, operated by OrionBus, depart from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis station.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Stade train from?

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

Train or bus from Cologne to Stade?

The best way to get from Cologne to Stade is to train which takes 5h 6m and costs €85 - €200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 4m.

Where does the Cologne to Stade bus arrive?

Cologne to Stade bus services, operated by OrionBus, arrive at Münster-Mitte station.

Where does the Cologne to Stade train arrive?

Cologne to Stade train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Hamburg-Harburg station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Stade?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Stade is 406 km. It takes approximately 3h 35m to drive from Cologne to Stade.

Where can I stay near Stade?

There are 589+ hotels available in Stade.

Cologne to Stade - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Cologne to Stade by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Hamburg-Harburgtrain 43 / ...
2. Take the train from Hamburg-Harburg to Stadetrain Re
5h 6m
€90–200
Drive 406 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Cologne to Stadecar 406 km
3h 35m
€57–83
Bus
1. Take the bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Münster-Mittebus
2. Take the bus from Münster bus stop to Bremen Fernbusterminalbus 380 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bremen Hauptbahnhof to Zeven Busbahnhofbus 630
4. Take the bus from Zeven Busbahnhof to Bf. Stadebus
9h 4m
Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to D-Flughafen Bftrain
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Hamburg Airport (HAM)plane DUS - HAM
3. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Stadetrain
4h 38m
€105–249
Train via Sprötze
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Tostedttrain Drf
2. Take the train from Hamburg-Harburg to Stadetrain Re
5h 38m
Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport, train
1. Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Hamburg Airport (HAM)plane CGN - HAM
2. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Stadetrain
6h 43m
€77–297
Train to Frankfurt, fly, train
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Hamburg Airport (HAM)plane FRA - HAM
3. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Stadetrain
5h 5m
€116–274

Cologne to Stade by train

120Weekly Trains

5h 6mAverage Duration

€90Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Cologne to Stade.

Launch map view

Distance: 466.1 km
Duration: 5h 6m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Stade, Lower Saxony, Germany?

You can take a train from Köln Hbf to Stade via Hamburg-Harburg in around 5h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Bf. Stade via Münster-Mitte, Münster bus stop, Bremen Fernbusterminal, Bremen Hauptbahnhof, and Zeven Busbahnhof in around 9h 4m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around Germany

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.