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 Hbf via Würzburg Hbf and Frankfurt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.

How far is it from Erlangen to Cologne?

The distance between Erlangen and Cologne is 440 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 via Frankfurt am Main which takes 4h 29m and costs €80 - €230.

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

It takes approximately 4h 29m 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 Regio (DB Regional), depart from Erlangen station.

Train, bus or fly from Erlangen to Cologne?

The best way to get from Erlangen to Cologne is to train via Frankfurt am Main which takes 4h 29m and costs €80 - €230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 58m, you could also fly, which costs €120 - €310 and takes 5h 4m.

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 Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Würzburg Hbf 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?

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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 via Frankfurt am Main
best
1. Take the train from Erlangen to Würzburg Hbftrain
2. Take the train from Würzburg Hbf to Frankfurttrain 50 / ...
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Hbftrain 79 / ...
4h 29m
€80–225
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Erlangen to Colognerideshare 385.4 km
4h 18m
€15–25
Bus
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
5h 4m
€128–302
Train
1. Take the train from Nuernberg Hbf to Koeln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12train Ice / ...
5h 56m
€84–284
Fly Nuremberg Airport to Frankfurt, train
1. Fly from Nuremberg Airport (NUE) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane NUE - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt(M) Flughafen Fernbf to Koeln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12train
5h 22m
€128–315
Train, train to Munich International Airport, fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Take the train from Erlangen to München Hbftrain
2. Take the train from Hauptbahnhof to Flughafen Münchentrain
3. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane MUC - CGN
4h 56m
€131–357
Train, train to Munich International Airport, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take the train from Erlangen to München Hbftrain
2. Take the train from Hauptbahnhof to Flughafen Münchentrain
3. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane MUC - DUS
5h 25m
€139–375

Erlangen to Cologne by train

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Distance: 440.4 km
Duration: 4h 29m

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

You can take a train from Erlangen to Köln Hbf via Würzburg Hbf and Frankfurt in around 4h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Erlangen train station to Köln via Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB in around 5h 58m.

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