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

The cheapest way to get from Craiova to Cologne is to bus and fly and train which costs €70 - €280 and takes 10h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Craiova to Cologne is to fly and train which takes 5h 17m and costs €85 - €300.

Is there a direct bus between Craiova and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Craiova to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Craiova, Autogara Pelendava Nord and arriving at Köln via Sibiu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 30h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Craiova and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Craiova to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Craiova and arriving at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Budapest-Keleti, Wien Hbf and Nürnberg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 25h 9m.

How far is it from Craiova to Cologne?

The distance between Craiova and Cologne is 1555 km. The road distance is 1738.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Craiova to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 25h 9m and costs €140 - €330.

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

It takes approximately 5h 17m to get from Craiova to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Craiova to Cologne bus from?

Craiova to Cologne bus services, operated by Balint Trans, depart from Craiova, Autogara Pelendava Nord station.

Where do I catch the Craiova to Cologne train from?

Craiova to Cologne train services, operated by Romanian Railways (CFR), depart from Craiova station.

Train or bus from Craiova to Cologne?

The best way to get from Craiova to Cologne is to train which takes 25h 9m and costs €140 - €330. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 30h 15m.

Where does the Craiova to Cologne bus arrive?

Craiova to Cologne bus services, operated by Balint Trans, arrive at Sibiu station.

What is the time difference between Craiova and Cologne?

Cologne is 1h behind Craiova. It is currently 3:07 AM in Craiova and 2:07 AM in Cologne.

Where does the Craiova to Cologne train arrive?

Craiova to Cologne train services, operated by Romanian Railways (CFR), arrive at Budapest-Keleti station.

Can I drive from Craiova to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Craiova to Cologne is 1738 km. It takes approximately 17h 40m to drive from Craiova to Cologne.

Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1773+ hotels available in Cologne.

Craiova to Cologne - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Craiova to Cologne by plane, train, bus, car, night train, or car train

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

Fly Craiova Airport to Dortmund Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Craiova Airport (CRA) to Dortmund Airport (DTM)plane CRA - DTM
2. Take the train from Holzwickede to Koeln Hbftrain
5h 17m
€88–292
Bus to Bucharest Otopeni, fly to Dortmund Airport, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Craiova Benzinaria Petrom to Bucharest Otopeni Airportbus
2. Fly from Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) to Dortmund Airport (DTM)plane OTP - DTM
3. Take the train from Holzwickede to Koeln Hbftrain
10h 15m
€73–275
Train
1. Take the train from Craiova to Budapest-Keletitrain Ir
2. Take the train from Budapest-Keleti to Wien Hbftrain Ec / ...
3. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Nuernberg Hbftrain Ice
4. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 41 / ...
25h 9m
€140–325
Bus
1. Take the bus from Craiova, Autogara Pelendava Nord to Sibiubus
2. Take the bus from Sibiu to Kölnbus
30h 15m
Drive 1,738.3 km
1. Drive from Craiova to Colognecar 1,738.3 km
17h 40m
€247–357
Bus to Bucharest Otopeni, fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Take the bus from Craiova Benzinaria Petrom to Bucharest Otopeni Airportbus
2. Fly from Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane OTP - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain
9h 1m
€101–300
Train, night train
1. Take the train from Craiova to Budapest-Keletitrain Ir
2. Take the train from Budapest-Keleti to Wien Hbftrain Ec / ...
3. Take the night train from Wien Hbf to Koeln Hbfnighttrain Nj
29h 18m
€135–345
Bus via Deva
1. Take the bus from Craiova, Autogara Pelendava Nord to Devabus 1948
2. Take the bus from Deva to Köln Hbfbus
31h 24m
Drive, car train
1. Drive from Craiova to Villach Hbfcar
2. Take the car train from Villach Hbf to Düsseldorf Hbfcartrain
18h 28m
€265–1,241

Craiova to Cologne by train

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25h 9mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,554.7 km
Duration: 5h 17m

What companies run services between Craiova, Romania and Cologne, Germany?

You can take a train from Craiova to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Budapest-Keleti, Wien Hbf, Nuernberg Hbf, and Nürnberg Hbf in around 25h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Craiova, Autogara Pelendava Nord to Köln via Sibiu in around 30h 15m.

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