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

The cheapest way to get from Europe to Cologne is to drive which costs €40 - €60 and takes 2h 31m.

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 31m and costs €40 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Europe and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Europe to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Nentershausen Oderstraße and arriving at Köln Heumarkt via Bebra Bahnhof, Kassel and Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 3m.

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 26m and costs €65 - €180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 26m to get from Europe to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Europe to Cologne bus from?

Europe to Cologne bus services, operated by cantus Verkehrsgesellschaft mbH, depart from Bebra Bahnhof station.

Train or bus from Europe to Cologne?

The best way to get from Europe to Cologne is to train via Frankfurt am Main which takes 5h 26m and costs €65 - €180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 3m.

Where does the Europe to Cologne bus arrive?

Europe to Cologne bus services, operated by cantus Verkehrsgesellschaft mbH, arrive at Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe station.

Can I drive from Europe to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Europe to Cologne is 280 km. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Europe to Cologne.

Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1807+ hotels available in Cologne.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Europe 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 via Frankfurt am Main
best
1. Take the train from Eisenach Hbf to Frankfurttrain 50 / ...
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 41 / ...
5h 26m
€66–179
Drive 279.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Europe to Colognecar 279.6 km
2h 31m
€41–59
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bebra Bahnhof to Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhebus Sev
2. Take the bus from Kassel to Leverkusenbus 264
8h 3m
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 11m
€70–185
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bebra Bahnhof to Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhebus Sev
2. Take the train from Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe to Kamentrain Re
3. Take the train from Kamen to Koeln Hbftrain Re
7h 46m

Europe to Cologne by bus and train

71Weekly Services

5h 26mAverage Duration

€66Cheapest Price

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Distance: 405.3 km
Duration: 5h 26m

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 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Nentershausen Oderstraße to Köln Heumarkt via Bebra Bahnhof, Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe, Kassel, Leverkusen, and Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bf in around 8h 3m.

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