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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Ukraine is to bus via Flughafen Köln/Bonn Bf which costs 6 000 ₴ - 10 000 ₴ and takes 31h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Ukraine is to train and fly and drive which takes 8h 34m and costs 6 500 ₴ - 18 000 ₴.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Ukraine?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Ukraine. However, there are services departing from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf and arriving at Khreshchatyk via Muenchen Hbf Gl.5-10, Wien Westbahnhof and Vokzalna. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 32h 7m.

How far is it from Cologne to Ukraine?

The distance between Cologne and Ukraine is 1300 km. The road distance is 1871.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Ukraine without a car is to bus which takes 19h 55m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 8h 34m to get from Cologne to Ukraine, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Ukraine train from?

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

Train or bus from Cologne to Ukraine?

The best way to get from Cologne to Ukraine is to bus which takes 19h 55m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs 24 000 ₴ - 49 000 ₴ and takes 32h 7m.

Where does the Cologne to Ukraine train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cologne to Ukraine?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Ukraine is 1871 km. It takes approximately 18h 55m to drive from Cologne to Ukraine.

Where can I stay near Ukraine?

There are 2339+ hotels available in Ukraine.

Cologne to Ukraine - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, car, and bus

There are 10 ways to get from Cologne to Ukraine by train, plane, car, bus, or night train

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

Transport is disrupted due to the Russia-Ukraine war. Read more

Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly to Rzeszów–Jasionka Airport, drive
best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to D-Flughafen Bftrain
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Rzeszów–Jasionka Airport (RZE)plane DUS - RZE
3. Drive from Rzeszow-Airport-RZE to Lviv urban hromadacar
8h 34m
₴6,662–18,015
Bus via Flughafen Köln/Bonn Bf
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Köln to Kyivbus Kyiv-Hasselt / ...
31h 27m
₴6,158–9,794
Bus
1. Take the bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Kyiv 32 Petlyury St.bus Mykolayiv
19h 55m
Train
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to München Hbftrain 41 / ...
2. Take the train from Muenchen Hbf Gl.5-10 to Wien Westbahnhoftrain 961 / ...
3. Take the train from Wien Westbahnhof to Kyiv-Pasazhyrskyitrain
32h 7m
₴24,799–48,890
Drive 1,871.4 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Kyivcar 1,871.4 km
18h 55m
₴13,868–20,031
Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly to Chișinău International Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to D-Flughafen Bftrain
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Chișinău International Airport (RMO)plane DUS - RMO
3. Take the bus from Chisinau Airport to Pryvoz Bus Stationbus
8h 11m
Fly Cologne Bonn Airport to Chișinău International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Chișinău International Airport (RMO)plane CGN - RMO
2. Take the bus from Chisinau Airport to Pryvoz Bus Stationbus
7h 52m
Train to Frankfurt, fly to Chișinău International Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Chișinău International Airport (RMO)plane FRA - RMO
3. Take the bus from Chisinau Airport to Pryvoz Bus Stationbus
7h 57m
Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly to Warsaw Chopin Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to D-Flughafen Bftrain
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW)plane DUS - WAW
3. Take the bus from Warszawa Centralna Station to Lviv Palace Squarebus
10h 36m
Night train, train
1. Take the night train from Koeln Hbf to Wien Hbfnighttrain Nj
2. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Kyiv-Pasazhyrskyitrain 40347
34h 20m
₴17,839–34,095

Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Rzeszów–Jasionka Airport (RZE) flights

18Weekly Planes

4h 6mAverage Duration

₴5,336Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Cologne to Ukraine.

Launch map view

Distance: 1,299.5 km
Duration: 8h 34m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Ukraine?

OrionBus operates a bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Kyiv 32 Petlyury St. once daily, and the journey takes 19h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Khreshchatyk via München Hbf, Muenchen Hbf Gl.5-10, Wien Westbahnhof, Kyiv-Pasazhyrskyi, and Vokzalna in around 32h 7m.

Transport is disrupted due to the Russia-Ukraine war. Read more

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around Ukraine

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.