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

The cheapest way to get from Ivalo to Cologne is to bus which costs €120 - €320 and takes 2 days 10h.

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

The fastest way to get from Ivalo to Cologne is to fly and train which takes 4h 37m and costs €160 - €490.

Is there a direct bus between Ivalo and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Ivalo to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Ivalo las and arriving at Köln via Rovaniemi, SantaClaus Village Napapiiri and Rīga. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 10h.

How far is it from Ivalo to Cologne?

The distance between Ivalo and Cologne is 2280 km. The road distance is 2885.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Ivalo to Cologne without a car is to bus which takes 2 days 10h and costs €120 - €320.

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

It takes approximately 4h 37m to get from Ivalo to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ivalo to Cologne bus from?

Ivalo to Cologne bus services, operated by J.M Eskelisen Lapin Linjat, depart from Ivalo las station.

Bus or fly from Ivalo to Cologne?

The best way to get from Ivalo to Cologne is to bus which takes 2 days 10h and costs €120 - €320. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs €300 - €700 and takes 7h 47m.

Where does the Ivalo to Cologne bus arrive?

Ivalo to Cologne bus services, operated by J.M Eskelisen Lapin Linjat, arrive at Napapiiri Sodankyläntie L station.

What is the time difference between Ivalo and Cologne?

Cologne is 1h behind Ivalo. It is currently 4:27 PM in Ivalo and 3:27 PM in Cologne.

Can I drive from Ivalo to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Ivalo to Cologne is 2886 km. It takes approximately 30h 47m to drive from Ivalo to Cologne.

Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1736+ hotels available in Cologne.

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

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

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 Düsseldorf International Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Ivalo (IVL) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)IVL - DUS
2. Take the train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Koeln Hbf
4h 37m
€167–482
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ivalo las to Napapiiri Sodankyläntie L
2. Take the bus from Rovaniemi, SantaClaus Village Napapiiri to Riga, Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Rīga to Köln
2d 10h
€121–317
Drive 2,885.8 km
1. Drive from Ivalo to Cologne2,885.8 km
30h 47m
€527–761
Fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Fly from Ivalo (IVL) to Frankfurt (FRA)IVL - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Hbf
4h 53m
€200–569
Fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Fly from Ivalo (IVL) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)IVL - CGN
7h 47m
€309–701
Bus via Kaliningrad
1. Take the bus from Ivalo to Rovaniemi
2. Take the bus from Rovaniemi, SantaClaus Village Napapiiri to Riga, Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Riga Central Bus Station to Kaliningrad Bus station
4. Take the bus from Kaliningrad Bus station to Köln/Bonn Airport
2d 12h
€255–454
Drive, car train
1. Drive from Ivalo to Hamburg Hbf
2. Take the car train from Hamburg Hbf to Hannover Hbf
3. Drive from Hannover Hbf to Cologne
31h
€581–822

Ivalo to Cologne by bus

4Weekly Buses

2d 10hAverage Duration

€121Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Launch map view

Distance: 2,279.7 km
Duration: 4h 37m

What companies run services between Ivalo, Finland and Cologne, Germany?

You can take a bus from Ivalo las to Köln via Rovaniemi, SantaClaus Village Napapiiri, Riga, Bus Station, and Rīga in around 2d 10h. Alternatively, Edelweiss Air, Eurowings, and Finnair fly from Ivalo (IVL) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) 5 times a week.

Transport is disrupted due to the Russia-Ukraine war. Read more

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around Germany

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.