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

The cheapest way to get from Geneva to Cologne is to drive which costs €110 - €170 and takes 8h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Geneva to Cologne is to fly which takes 2h 22m and costs €95 - €240.

Is there a direct bus between Geneva and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Geneva to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Geneva and arriving at Köln via Basel EuroAirport, Ankunft and Basel, Bahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Geneva and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Geneva to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Genève and arriving at Köln Hbf via Renens VD and Basel SBB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 33m.

How far is it from Geneva to Cologne?

The distance between Geneva and Cologne is 538 km. The road distance is 652 km.

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

The best way to get from Geneva to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 8h 33m and costs €170 - €460.

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

It takes approximately 3h 34m to get from Geneva to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Geneva to Cologne bus from?

Geneva to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Geneva station.

Where do I catch the Geneva to Cologne train from?

Geneva to Cologne train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Genève station.

Train, bus or fly from Geneva to Cologne?

The best way to get from Geneva to Cologne is to fly which takes 3h 34m and costs €85 - €340. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €170 - €460 and takes 8h 33m, you could also bus, which costs and takes 11h 6m.

Where does the Geneva to Cologne bus arrive?

Geneva to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Basel Euroairport FR station.

Where does the Geneva to Cologne train arrive?

Geneva to Cologne train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Renens VD station.

Can I drive from Geneva to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Geneva to Cologne is 652 km. It takes approximately 8h 8m to drive from Geneva to Cologne.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 606+ hotels available in Cologne.

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

There are 8 ways to get from Geneva to Cologne by plane, 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.

Fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
best
1. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane GVA - CGN
3h 34m
€88–339
Train
1. Take the train from Genève to Renens VDtrain Ic1 / ...
2. Take the train from Renens VD to Basel SBBtrain
3. Take the train from Basel SBB to Köln Hbftrain 43 / ...
8h 33m
€174–455
Bus
1. Take the bus from Geneva to Basel Euroairport FRbus FlixBus N839
2. Take the bus from Basel, Bahnhof to Kölnbus Ivano-Frankivsk
11h 6m
Drive 652 km
1. Drive from Geneva to Colognecar 652 km
8h 8m
€113–163
Fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane GVA - DUS
2h 22m
€98–239
Fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane GVA - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain
2h 39m
€156–352
Train #2
1. Take the train from Genève to Renens VDtrain Ic1 / ...
2. Take the train from Renens VD to Basel SBBtrain
3. Take the train from Basel SBB to Köln Hbftrain Ice
8h 33m
€249–725
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Annemasse to Metz - Bus Stationbus
2. Take the train from Metz Ville to Luxembourgtrain Ter
3. Take the train from Luxembourg, Gare Centrale to Trier, Hauptbahnhoftrain Re / ...
4. Take the train from Trier, Hauptbahnhof to Kall Bftrain
5. Take the train from Kall Bf to Köln Süd Bftrain
18h 38m
€118–214

Geneva to Cologne by train

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8h 33mAverage Duration

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Distance: 537.6 km
Duration: 3h 34m

What companies run services between Geneva, Switzerland and Cologne, Germany?

Swiss, Eurowings, and two other airlines fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Genève to Köln Hbf via Renens VD and Basel SBB in around 8h 33m.

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