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

The cheapest way to get from Wacken to Cologne is to drive which costs €65 - €100 and takes 4h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wacken to Cologne is to drive which takes 4h 4m and costs €65 - €100.

Is there a direct train between Wacken and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Wacken to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Itzehoe and arriving at Köln Hbf via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 42m.

How far is it from Wacken to Cologne?

The distance between Wacken and Cologne is 533 km. The road distance is 485.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Wacken to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 6h 42m and costs €90 - €410.

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

It takes approximately 6h 42m to get from Wacken to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wacken to Cologne train from?

Wacken to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Itzehoe station.

Where does the Wacken to Cologne train arrive?

Wacken to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Köln Hbf station.

Can I drive from Wacken to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Wacken to Cologne is 486 km. It takes approximately 4h 4m to drive from Wacken to Cologne.

Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1815+ hotels available in Cologne.

Wacken to Cologne - 6 ways to travel via train, car, line 6170 bus, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Wacken to Cologne by train, car, bus, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Itzehoe to Köln Hbftrain 33
6h 42m
€90–410
Train via Hamburg #2
cheapest
1. Take the train from Itzehoe to Hamburg-Altonatrain Re6 / ...
2. Take the train from Hamburg Central Station to Cologne Central Stationtrain Flx20
7h 41m
€48–171
Drive 485.9 km
1. Drive from Wacken to Colognecar 485.9 km
4h 4m
€69–100
Line 6170 bus, train, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take the bus from Wacken Wasberger Weg to Itzehoe ZOBbus
2. Take the train from Itzehoe to Hamburg-Altonatrain
3. Fly from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane HAM - DUS
4. Take the train from Düsseldorf Hbf to Köln Hbftrain
5h 43m
Train via Hamburg
1. Take the train from Itzehoe to Hamburg Hbftrain Rb
2. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Köln Hbftrain 43 / ...
6h 54m
€87–475
Train, fly to Frankfurt
1. Take the train from Itzehoe to Hamburg-Altonatrain
2. Fly from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane HAM - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain
6h 5m
€124–441

Wacken to Cologne by bus, foot, and train

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6h 42mAverage Duration

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Distance: 533.4 km
Duration: 6h 42m

What companies run services between Wacken, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany and Cologne, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Itzehoe to Köln Hbf twice daily. Tickets cost €90–410 and the journey takes 4h 59m.

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