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

The cheapest way to get from Europe to Cologne is to train and bus which costs €28 - €80 and takes 7h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Europe to Cologne is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct train between Europe and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Europe to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Herleshausen Bahnhof and arriving at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Eisenach Hbf and Frankfurt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 29m.

How far is it from Europe to Cologne?

The distance between Europe and Cologne is 405 km. The road distance is 279.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Europe to Cologne without a car is to train via Frankfurt am Main which takes 5h 29m and costs €65 - €310.

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

It takes approximately 5h 29m to get from Europe to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Europe to Cologne train from?

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

Where does the Europe to Cologne train arrive?

Europe to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Frankfurt station.

Can I drive from Europe to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Europe to Cologne is 280 km. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Europe to Cologne.

Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1851+ hotels available in Cologne.

Europe to Cologne - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Europe to Cologne by train, bus, or car

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Train via Frankfurt am Main
best
1. Take the train from Eisenach Hbf to Frankfurttrain 11 / ...
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 41 / ...
5h 29m
€66–309
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Bebra Bahnhof to Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhetrain Rb5 / ...
2. Take the bus from Kassel to Leverkusenbus 264
7h 7m
€29–78
Drive 279.6 km
1. Drive from Europe to Colognecar 279.6 km
2h 32m
€40–57
Train
1. Take the train from Bebra Bahnhof to Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhetrain Rb5 / ...
2. Take the train from Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe to Köln Hbftrain 51
6h 12m
€70–313
Train #2
1. Take the train from Bebra Bahnhof to Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhetrain Rb5 / ...
2. Take the train from Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe to Kamentrain Re
3. Take the train from Kamen to Koeln Hbftrain Re
6h 17m

Europe to Cologne by bus and train

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5h 29mAverage Duration

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Distance: 405.2 km
Duration: 5h 29m

What companies run services between Europe and Cologne, Germany?

You can take a bus from Sontra-Ulfen Mitte to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Herleshausen Bahnhof, Herleshausen Bahnhof, Eisenach Hbf, and Frankfurt in around 5h 29m.

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