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

The cheapest way to get from Prague to Cologne is to bus via Köln Hansaring which costs €35 - €85 and takes 10h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Prague to Cologne is to fly which takes 4h 4m and costs €75 - €240.

Is there a direct train between Prague and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Prague to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Praha-Holesovice and arriving at Köln Hbf via S Südkreuz Bhf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 2m.

How far is it from Prague to Cologne?

The distance between Prague and Cologne is 607 km. The road distance is 658 km.

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

The best way to get from Prague to Cologne without a car is to train via Berlin which takes 9h 2m and costs €90 - €230.

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

It takes approximately 4h 48m to get from Prague to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Prague to Cologne train from?

Prague to Cologne train services, operated by České dráhy (ČD), depart from Praha-Holesovice station.

Train, bus or fly from Prague to Cologne?

The best way to get from Prague to Cologne is to train via Berlin which takes 9h 2m and costs €90 - €230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €55 - €95 and takes 9h 50m, you could also fly, which costs €75 - €240 and takes 4h 4m.

Where does the Prague to Cologne train arrive?

Prague to Cologne train services, operated by České dráhy (ČD), arrive at Berlin Suedkreuz station.

Can I drive from Prague to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Prague to Cologne is 658 km. It takes approximately 6h 11m to drive from Prague to Cologne.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1760+ hotels available in Cologne.

Prague to Cologne - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Prague 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 Václav Havel Airport Prague to Düsseldorf International Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)PRG - DUS
2. Take the train from Duesseldorf Hbf to Koeln Hbf
4h 48m
€85–246
Bus via Köln Hansaring
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Praha, ÚAN Florenc to Cologne Airport CGNN870 / ...
10h 4m
€37–80
Train via Berlin
1. Take the train from Praha-Holesovice to Berlin SuedkreuzRj
2. Take the train from S Südkreuz Bhf to Köln Hbf19 / ...
9h 2m
€93–224
Bus
1. Take the bus from Prague to Cologne Airport CGNN870
9h 50m
€55–92
Drive 658 km
1. Drive from Prague to Cologne658 km
6h 11m
€100–144
Fly Václav Havel Airport Prague to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Fly from Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)PRG - CGN
4h 4m
€75–239
Fly Václav Havel Airport Prague to Frankfurt, train
1. Fly from Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to Frankfurt (FRA)PRG - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Hbf
4h 33m
€79–232
Train to Munich International Airport, fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Take the train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Freising
2. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)MUC - CGN
8h 16m
€151–347
Train
1. Take the train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Frankfurt(Main)SuedEc
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Hbf79 / ...
10h 52m
€139–242

Prague to Cologne by train

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Distance: 606.7 km
Duration: 4h 48m

What companies run services between Prague, Czechia and Cologne, Germany?

You can take a train from Praha-Holesovice to Köln Hbf via Berlin Suedkreuz and S Südkreuz Bhf in around 9h 2m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Prague to Cologne Airport CGN 5 times a day. Tickets cost €50–75 and the journey takes 9h 35m.

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