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

The cheapest way to get from Erlangen to Cologne is to rideshare which costs €14 - €25 and takes 4h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Erlangen to Cologne is to drive which takes 3h 28m and costs €50 - €80.

Is there a direct train between Erlangen and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Erlangen to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Erlangen and arriving at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Nürnberg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

How far is it from Erlangen to Cologne?

The distance between Erlangen and Cologne is 426 km. The road distance is 386.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Erlangen to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 4h 14m and costs €40 - €150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from Erlangen to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Erlangen to Cologne train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Erlangen to Cologne?

The best way to get from Erlangen to Cologne is to train which takes 4h 14m and costs €40 - €150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €60 and takes 6h 24m, you could also fly, which costs €130 - €280 and takes 5h 41m.

Where does the Erlangen to Cologne train arrive?

Erlangen to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.

Can I drive from Erlangen to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Erlangen to Cologne is 387 km. It takes approximately 3h 28m to drive from Erlangen to Cologne.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1751+ hotels available in Cologne.

Can I share a ride from Erlangen to Cologne?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Erlangen and Cologne. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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

There are 9 ways to get from Erlangen to Cologne by train, bus, car, plane, or rideshare

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 Nürnberg Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf41 / ...
4h 14m
€42–150
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Erlangen to Cologne385.4 km
4h 18m
€14–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from Erlangen train station to Frankfurt central train stationN84 / ...
2. Take the bus from Frankfurt central train station to Cologne Airport CGNN280 / ...
6h 24m
€32–57
Drive 386.6 km
1. Drive from Erlangen to Cologne386.6 km
3h 28m
€55–79
Fly Nuremberg Airport to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Fly from Nuremberg Airport (NUE) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)NUE - DUS
5h 41m
€130–276
Train via Würzburg
1. Take the train from Erlangen to Würzburg HbfRe20
2. Take the train from Wuerzburg Hbf to Koeln HbfIce
6h 4m
€57–131
Fly Nuremberg Airport to Frankfurt, train
1. Fly from Nuremberg Airport (NUE) to Frankfurt (FRA)NUE - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf
3h 37m
€105–250
Train to Munich International Airport, fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Take the train from Erlangen to München Hbf
2. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)MUC - CGN
4h 43m
€127–327
Train to Munich International Airport, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take the train from Erlangen to München Hbf
2. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)MUC - DUS
5h 39m
€144–321

Erlangen to Cologne by train

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4h 14mAverage Duration

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Distance: 425.6 km
Duration: 4h 14m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Nürnberg Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf hourly. Tickets cost €35–130 and the journey takes 3h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Erlangen train station to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Frankfurt central train station, Cologne Airport CGN, and Flughafen Köln/Bonn Bf in around 6h 24m.

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