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

The cheapest way to get from Esterwegen to Cologne is to train which costs €15 - €40 and takes 4h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Esterwegen to Cologne is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs €35 - €55.

How far is it from Esterwegen to Cologne?

The distance between Esterwegen and Cologne is 325 km. The road distance is 262.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Esterwegen to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 4h 51m and costs €15 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 4h 51m to get from Esterwegen to Cologne, including transfers.

Can I drive from Esterwegen to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Esterwegen to Cologne is 263 km. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Esterwegen to Cologne.

Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1740+ hotels available in Cologne.

Esterwegen to Cologne - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Esterwegen to Cologne by train, bus, or car

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 Papenburg, Bahnhof to Köln Hbf35
4h 51m
€15–40
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Papenburg, Bahnhof to Münster Hauptbahnhof35 / ...
2. Take the bus from Münster bus stop to LeverkusenN1327
7h 38m
€25–50
Drive 262.7 km
1. Drive from Esterwegen to Cologne262.7 km
2h 47m
€38–54

Esterwegen to Cologne by bus and train

6Weekly Services

4h 51mAverage Duration

€15Cheapest Price

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Distance: 325 km
Duration: 4h 51m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Papenburg, Bahnhof to Köln Hbf 6 times a week. Tickets cost €15–40 and the journey takes 3h 11m.

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