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

The cheapest way to get from Vilnius to Cologne is to bus which costs €50 - €120 and takes 29h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Vilnius to Cologne is to fly and train which takes 5h 17m and costs €90 - €280.

Is there a direct bus between Vilnius and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Vilnius to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) and arriving at Köln via Kaunas. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 29h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Vilnius and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Vilnius to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Vilniaus geležinkelio stotis and arriving at Köln Hbf via Warszawa Zachodnia and Berlin Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 10m.

How far is it from Vilnius to Cologne?

The distance between Vilnius and Cologne is 1344 km. The road distance is 1555.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Vilnius to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 20h 10m and costs €65 - €270.

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

It takes approximately 5h 17m to get from Vilnius to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vilnius to Cologne bus from?

Vilnius to Cologne bus services, operated by Kautra, depart from Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) station.

Where do I catch the Vilnius to Cologne train from?

Vilnius to Cologne train services, operated by LTG Link, depart from Vilniaus geležinkelio stotis station.

Train, bus or fly from Vilnius to Cologne?

The best way to get from Vilnius to Cologne is to train which takes 20h 10m and costs €65 - €270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €50 - €120 and takes 29h 25m, you could also fly, which costs €90 - €340 and takes 6h 46m.

Where does the Vilnius to Cologne bus arrive?

Vilnius to Cologne bus services, operated by Kautra, arrive at Kauno autobusų stotis station.

What is the time difference between Vilnius and Cologne?

Cologne is 1h behind Vilnius. It is currently 8:58 PM in Vilnius and 7:58 PM in Cologne.

Where does the Vilnius to Cologne train arrive?

Vilnius to Cologne train services, operated by LTG Link, arrive at Warszawa Zachodnia station.

Can I drive from Vilnius to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Vilnius to Cologne is 1555 km. It takes approximately 14h 39m to drive from Vilnius to Cologne.

Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1745+ hotels available in Cologne.

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

There are 8 ways to get from Vilnius 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 to Düsseldorf International Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Vilnius Airport (VNO) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)VNO - DUS
2. Take the train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Koeln Hbf
5h 17m
€90–273
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) to Kauno autobusų stotisM-680 / ...
2. Take the bus from Kaunas to Köln846421
29h 25m
€55–115
Train
1. Take the train from Vilniaus geležinkelio stotis to Warszawa Zachodnia
2. Take the train from Warszawa Zachodnia to Berlin HbfEic
3. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Köln Hbf10 / ...
20h 10m
€68–267
Drive 1,555.4 km
1. Drive from Vilnius to Cologne1,555.4 km
14h 39m
€230–333
Fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Fly from Vilnius Airport (VNO) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)VNO - CGN
6h 46m
€93–340
Fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Fly from Vilnius Airport (VNO) to Frankfurt (FRA)VNO - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf
5h 33m
€122–353
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) to Essen central train stationN1387
2. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Köln Hbf10 / ...
29h 25m
€135–247
Bus via Kaliningrad
1. Take the bus from Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis to Kaliningrad Bus station217
2. Take the bus from Kaliningrad Bus station to Köln/Bonn Airport909
29h 29m
€198–292

Vilnius to Cologne by train

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Distance: 1,343.6 km
Duration: 5h 17m

What companies run services between Vilnius, Lithuania and Cologne, Germany?

You can take a train from Vilniaus geležinkelio stotis to Köln Hbf via Warszawa Zachodnia and Berlin Hbf in around 20h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) to Köln via Kauno autobusų stotis and Kaunas in around 29h 25m.

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