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

The cheapest way to get from Madrid to Cologne is to fly which costs €80 - €250 and takes 5h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Madrid to Cologne is to fly which takes 5h 47m and costs €80 - €250.

Is there a direct train between Madrid and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Madrid to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes and arriving at Koeln Hbf via Barcelona-Sants, Paris Gare de Lyon and Paris Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 21m.

How far is it from Madrid to Cologne?

The distance between Madrid and Cologne is 1497 km. The road distance is 1725.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Madrid to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 15h 21m and costs €430 - €800.

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

It takes approximately 5h 47m to get from Madrid to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Madrid to Cologne train from?

Madrid to Cologne train services, operated by Renfe AVE, depart from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes station.

Train or fly from Madrid to Cologne?

The best way to get from Madrid to Cologne is to fly which takes 5h 47m and costs €80 - €250. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €430 - €800 and takes 15h 21m.

Where does the Madrid to Cologne train arrive?

Madrid to Cologne train services, operated by Renfe AVE, arrive at Barcelona-Sants station.

Can I drive from Madrid to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Madrid to Cologne is 1726 km. It takes approximately 16h 33m to drive from Madrid to Cologne.

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

Book your Madrid to Cologne train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1827+ hotels available in Cologne.

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

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There are 8 ways to get from Madrid to Cologne by plane, train (Renfe, Ouigo, TGV, Eurostar), bus, train, or car

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Fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
best
1. Fly from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane MAD - DUS
5h 47m
€83–243
Fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane MAD - CGN
6h 55m
€73–250
Train
1. Take the train from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Barcelona-Santstrain Ave
2. Take the train from Barcelona-Sants to Paris Gare De Lyontrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Paris Nord to Koeln Hbftrain
15h 21m
€431–754
Bus, train via Brussels
1. Take the bus from Madrid to Brussels-North train stationbus FlixBus N1143
2. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to Koeln Hbftrain Ice / ...
25h 16m
€165–296
Drive 1,725.8 km
1. Drive from Madrid to Colognecar 1,725.8 km
16h 33m
€277–400
Fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Fly from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane MAD - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain
5h 57m
€111–303
Fly to Brussels Airport, train
1. Fly from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) to Brussels Airport (BRU)plane MAD - BRU
2. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to Koeln Hbftrain
7h 21m
€98–317
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Estación Sur de Autobuses to Frankfurt - Airport Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Hbftrain 79 / ...
29h 39m
€168–317

Madrid to Cologne by train

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Distance: 1,497.2 km
Duration: 5h 47m

What companies run services between Madrid, Spain and Cologne, Germany?

Iberia, Eurowings, and five other airlines fly from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a train from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Koeln Hbf via Barcelona-Sants, Paris Gare de Lyon, and Paris Nord in around 15h 21m.

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