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

The cheapest way to get from Gotha to Cologne is to rideshare which costs €16 - €21 and takes 3h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gotha to Cologne is to drive which takes 3h and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Gotha and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Gotha station to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Eisenach central bus station and arriving at Köln Heumarkt via Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Gotha and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Gotha to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Gotha and arriving at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Frankfurt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.

How far is it from Gotha to Cologne?

The distance between Gotha and Cologne is 406 km. The road distance is 332.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Gotha to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 3h 36m and costs €70 - €150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 36m to get from Gotha to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gotha to Cologne bus from?

Gotha to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Eisenach central bus station.

Where do I catch the Gotha to Cologne train from?

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

Train or bus from Gotha to Cologne?

The best way to get from Gotha to Cologne is to train which takes 3h 36m and costs €70 - €150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €28 - €55 and takes 6h 54m.

Where does the Gotha to Cologne bus arrive?

Gotha to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leverkusen station.

Where does the Gotha to Cologne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gotha to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Gotha to Cologne is 333 km. It takes approximately 3h to drive from Gotha to Cologne.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1827+ hotels available in Cologne.

Can I share a ride from Gotha to Cologne?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gotha to Frankfurttrain 50
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 41 / ...
3h 36m
€72–147
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Gotha to Colognerideshare 330.8 km
3h 44m
€16–21
Bus
1. Take the bus from Eisenach central bus station to Leverkusenbus 020
6h 54m
€28–52
Drive 332.7 km
1. Drive from Gotha to Colognecar 332.7 km
3h
€49–70
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Gotha to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane FRA - DUS
5h 4m
€144–259
Train via Cologne Hbf
1. Take the train from Gotha to Frankfurttrain 50
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Hbftrain 79 / ...
3h 48m
€72–147
Train #2
1. Take the train from Gotha to Heilbad Heiligenstadttrain Re1
2. Take the train from Heilbad Heiligenstadt to Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhetrain Re8 / ...
3. Take the train from Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe to Kamentrain Re
4. Take the train from Kamen to Koeln Hbftrain Re
6h 33m

Gotha to Cologne by train

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Distance: 405.9 km
Duration: 3h 36m

What companies run services between Gotha, Thuringia, Germany and Cologne, Germany?

You can take a train from Gotha to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Frankfurt in around 3h 36m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Eisenach central bus station to Leverkusen 5 times a week. Tickets cost €25–40 and the journey takes 4h 30m.

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