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

The cheapest way to get from Germany to Cologne is to rideshare which costs €22 - €35 and takes 6h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Germany to Cologne is to fly and train which takes 3h 10m and costs €95 - €160.

Is there a direct bus between Germany and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Berlin and arriving at Cologne. Services depart twice a week, and operate Thursday and Friday. The journey takes approximately 9h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Germany and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Germany to Cologne. However, there are services departing from S+U Alexanderplatz Bhf and arriving at Köln Hbf via Berlin Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.

How far is it from Germany to Cologne?

The distance between Germany and Cologne is 552 km. The road distance is 571.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Germany to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 4h 43m and costs €100 - €240.

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

It takes approximately 4h 43m to get from Germany to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Germany to Cologne bus from?

Germany to Cologne bus services, operated by Chisinau Bus Station, depart from Berlin station.

Where do I catch the Germany to Cologne train from?

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

Train or bus from Germany to Cologne?

The best way to get from Germany to Cologne is to train which takes 4h 43m and costs €100 - €240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €28 - €45 and takes 9h 10m.

Where does the Germany to Cologne bus arrive?

Germany to Cologne bus services, operated by Chisinau Bus Station, arrive at Cologne station.

Where does the Germany to Cologne train arrive?

Germany to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Köln Hbf station.

Can I drive from Germany to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Germany to Cologne is 572 km. It takes approximately 4h 49m to drive from Germany to Cologne.

Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 953+ hotels available in Cologne.

Can I share a ride from Germany to Cologne?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Germany and Cologne. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Germany to Cologne - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and rideshare

There are 7 ways to get from Germany to Cologne by train, bus, car, plane, or rideshare

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 Berlin Hbf to Köln Hbftrain 19 / ...
4h 43m
€101–233
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Berlin to Colognerideshare 569.4 km
6h 4m
€22–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Berlin to Colognebus
9h 10m
€28–45
Drive 571.7 km
1. Drive from Berlin to Colognecar 571.7 km
4h 49m
€82–118
Fly, train
1. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane FRA - DUS
2. Take the train from Düsseldorf Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain
3h 10m
€98–155
Train via Hagen
1. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Hagen Hbftrain 19 / ...
2. Take the train from Hagen Hbf to Köln Hbftrain 19 / ...
5h 38m
€99–233
Bus via Leverkusen
1. Take the bus from Berlin Südkreuz train station to Leverkusenbus N1338 / ...
11h 9m
€41–80

Germany to Cologne by train

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4h 43mAverage Duration

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Distance: 552.3 km
Duration: 4h 43m

What companies run services between Germany and Cologne, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Berlin Hbf to Köln Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €100–230 and the journey takes 4h 11m. Alternatively, Chisinau Bus Station operates a bus from Berlin to Cologne twice a week. Tickets cost €28–45 and the journey takes 9h 10m.

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