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 €15 - €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 19m and costs €55 - €85.

Is there a direct bus between Erlangen and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Erlangen station to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Erlangen train station and arriving at Köln via Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 58m.

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 4m.

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 4m and costs €70 - €310.

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

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

Where do I catch the Erlangen to Cologne bus from?

Erlangen to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Erlangen train station.

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 4m and costs €70 - €310. Alternatively, you can bus via Frankfurt am Main, which costs and takes 5h 58m, you could also fly, which costs €100 - €310 and takes 4h 51m.

Where does the Erlangen to Cologne bus arrive?

Erlangen to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Frankfurt central train station.

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 19m to drive from Erlangen to Cologne.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1829+ 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.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 41 / ...
4h 4m
€74–307
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Erlangen to Colognerideshare 385.4 km
4h 18m
€15–25
Bus via Frankfurt am Main
1. Take the bus from Erlangen train station to Frankfurt central train stationbus N84 / ...
2. Take the bus from Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB to Kölnbus Ivano-Frankivsk
5h 58m
Drive 386.6 km
1. Drive from Erlangen to Colognecar 386.6 km
3h 19m
€56–81
Fly Nuremberg Airport to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Fly from Nuremberg Airport (NUE) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane NUE - DUS
4h 51m
€108–307
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nuremberg to Köln Hbfbus
7h 58m
€20–38
Fly Nuremberg Airport to Frankfurt, train
1. Fly from Nuremberg Airport (NUE) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane NUE - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain
3h 25m
€123–285
Train to Munich International Airport, fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Take the train from Erlangen to München Hbftrain
2. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane MUC - CGN
4h 54m
€130–370
Train to Munich International Airport, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take the train from Erlangen to München Hbftrain
2. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane MUC - DUS
5h 25m
€133–391

Erlangen to Cologne by train

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Distance: 425.6 km
Duration: 4h 4m

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 €70–290 and the journey takes 3h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Erlangen train station to Köln via Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB in around 5h 58m.

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