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

The cheapest way to get from Soltau to Cologne is to train and bus which costs €35 - €65 and takes 7h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Soltau to Cologne is to drive which takes 3h 3m and costs €50 - €75.

Is there a direct train between Soltau and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Soltau to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Soltau(Han) and arriving at Koeln Hbf via Hannover Hbf, Nordstemmen and Herford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 1m.

How far is it from Soltau to Cologne?

The distance between Soltau and Cologne is 426 km. The road distance is 358.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Soltau to Cologne without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 37m and costs €55 - €100.

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

It takes approximately 5h 37m to get from Soltau to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Soltau to Cologne train from?

Soltau to Cologne train services, operated by Regionalverkehre Start Deutschland GmbH, depart from Soltau(Han) station.

Where does the Soltau to Cologne train arrive?

Soltau to Cologne train services, operated by Regionalverkehre Start Deutschland GmbH, arrive at Hannover Hbf station.

Can I drive from Soltau to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Soltau to Cologne is 359 km. It takes approximately 3h 3m to drive from Soltau to Cologne.

Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 617+ hotels available in Cologne.

Soltau to Cologne - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Soltau to Cologne by 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.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Soltau(Han) to Hannover Hbftrain Rb
2. Take the bus from Hannover Hbf to Essen Hbfbus
3. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Koeln Hbftrain Re
5h 37m
€58–97
Train, bus #2
cheapest
1. Take the train from Soltau(Han) to Hannover Hbftrain Rb
2. Take the bus from Hanover central bus station to Leverkusenbus N1327 / ...
7h 41m
€39–63
Train, bus via Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis
1. Take the train from Soltau(Han) to Hannover Hbftrain Rb
2. Take the bus from Hannover Hbf to Essen Hbfbus
3. Take the bus from Südviertel, Essen to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleisbus
5h 45m
Drive 358.6 km
1. Drive from Soltau to Colognecar 358.6 km
3h 3m
€51–73
Train
1. Take the train from Soltau(Han) to Hannover Hbftrain Rb
2. Take the train from Nordstemmen to Herfordtrain Rb
3. Take the train from Herford to Koeln Hbftrain Re
8h 1m

Soltau to Cologne by train and bus

14Weekly Services

7h 41mAverage Duration

€39Cheapest Price

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Distance: 425.6 km
Duration: 5h 37m

What companies run services between Soltau, Germany and Cologne, Germany?

You can take a train from Soltau(Han) to Koeln Hbf via Hannover Hbf, Nordstemmen, and Herford in around 8h 1m.

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