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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Weimar is to bus which costs €20 - €50 and takes 7h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Weimar is to drive which takes 3h 23m and costs €50 - €80.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Weimar?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Weimar. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 38m.

How far is it from Cologne to Weimar?

The distance between Cologne and Weimar is 451 km. The road distance is 380.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Weimar without a car is to train via Frankfurt Airport (FRA) which takes 4h 17m and costs €55 - €200.

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

It takes approximately 4h 17m to get from Cologne to Weimar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Weimar train from?

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

Train or bus from Cologne to Weimar?

The best way to get from Cologne to Weimar is to train via Frankfurt Airport (FRA) which takes 4h 17m and costs €55 - €200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €20 - €50 and takes 7h 16m.

Where does the Cologne to Weimar train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cologne to Weimar?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Weimar is 381 km. It takes approximately 3h 23m to drive from Cologne to Weimar.

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

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Where can I stay near Weimar?

There are 993+ hotels available in Weimar.

Cologne to Weimar - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, car

There are 6 ways to get from Cologne to Weimar by train, bus, night train, 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 via Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
best
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Frankfurt41 / ...
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Erfurt Hbf13 / ...
4h 17m
€59–200
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leverkusen to Erfurt central train station020
7h 16m
€20–48
Night train
1. Take the night train from Koeln Hbf to Erfurt HbfNj
8h 6m
€51–285
Drive 380.7 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Weimar380.7 km
3h 23m
€55–79
Train
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Weimar51
5h 38m
€35–150
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Frankfurt
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ)FRA - LEJ
3. Take the train from Halle(Saale)Hbf to Weimar
4h 43m
€130–305

Cologne to Weimar by train

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4h 17mAverage Duration

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Distance: 451.2 km
Duration: 4h 17m

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

You can take a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Weimar via Frankfurt and Erfurt Hbf in around 4h 17m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Leverkusen to Erfurt central train station 5 times a week. Tickets cost €16–26 and the journey takes 5h 15m.

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