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

The cheapest way to get from Esslingen to Cologne is to drive which costs €50 - €75 and takes 3h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Esslingen to Cologne is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs €60 - €140.

Is there a direct train between Esslingen and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Esslingen(Neckar) and arriving at Koeln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 56m.

How far is it from Esslingen to Cologne?

The distance between Esslingen and Cologne is 353 km. The road distance is 357.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Esslingen to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs €60 - €140.

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

The train from Esslingen(Neckar) to Koeln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 takes 2h 56m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Esslingen to Cologne train from?

Esslingen to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Esslingen(Neckar) station.

Train or fly from Esslingen to Cologne?

The best way to get from Esslingen to Cologne is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs €60 - €140. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs €120 - €320 and takes 5h 14m.

Where does the Esslingen to Cologne train arrive?

Esslingen to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Koeln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 station.

Can I drive from Esslingen to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Esslingen to Cologne is 358 km. It takes approximately 3h 42m to drive from Esslingen to Cologne.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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Esslingen to Cologne - 8 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Esslingen to Cologne by 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
best
1. Take the train from Esslingen(Neckar) to Koeln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12train Ice
2h 56m
€60–140
Train via Hauptbahnhof #2
cheapest
1. Take the train from Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbftrain 55 / ...
4h 36m
€35–201
Drive 357.6 km
1. Drive from Esslingen to Colognecar 357.6 km
3h 42m
€51–74
Fly Stuttgart Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Fly from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane STR - CGN
5h 14m
€126–312
Train via Hauptbahnhof
1. Take the train from Hauptbahnhof to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 47 / ...
3h 20m
€40–141
Fly Stuttgart Airport to Düsseldorf International Airport, train
1. Fly from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane STR - DUS
2. Take the train from Duesseldorf Hbf to Koeln Hbftrain
5h 50m
€147–336
Fly Stuttgart Airport to Frankfurt, train
1. Fly from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane STR - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain
4h 4m
€122–242
Train to Munich International Airport, fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Take the train from Esslingen to München Hbftrain
2. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane MUC - CGN
4h 57m
€106–350

Esslingen to Cologne by train

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Distance: 352.8 km
Duration: 2h 56m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Esslingen(Neckar) to Koeln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 twice daily. Tickets cost €60–140 and the journey takes 2h 56m. Alternatively, Lufthansa, Eurowings, and two other airlines fly from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) 5 times a day.

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