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

The cheapest way to get from Wolfsburg to Cologne is to rideshare which costs €15 - €25 and takes 4h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wolfsburg to Cologne is to drive which takes 3h 12m and costs €50 - €80.

Is there a direct bus between Wolfsburg and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Wolfsburg to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Braunschweig, Berliner Platz and arriving at Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Wolfsburg and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Wolfsburg, Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Köln Hbf. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 19m.

How far is it from Wolfsburg to Cologne?

The distance between Wolfsburg and Cologne is 369 km. The road distance is 370.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Wolfsburg to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 3h 19m and costs €65 - €270.

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

The train from Wolfsburg, Hauptbahnhof to Cologne Hbf takes 3h 19m including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Wolfsburg to Cologne bus from?

Wolfsburg to Cologne bus services, operated by OrionBus, depart from Braunschweig, Berliner Platz station.

Where do I catch the Wolfsburg to Cologne train from?

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

Train or bus from Wolfsburg to Cologne?

The best way to get from Wolfsburg to Cologne is to train which takes 3h 19m and costs €65 - €270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 9m.

Where does the Wolfsburg to Cologne bus arrive?

Wolfsburg to Cologne bus services, operated by OrionBus, arrive at Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis station.

Where does the Wolfsburg to Cologne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Wolfsburg to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Wolfsburg to Cologne is 371 km. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Wolfsburg to Cologne.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Wolfsburg to Cologne?

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1834+ hotels available in Cologne.

Can I share a ride from Wolfsburg to Cologne?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Wolfsburg and Cologne. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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There are 9 ways to get from Wolfsburg to Cologne by train, bus, car, plane, or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wolfsburg, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbftrain 10 / ...
3h 19m
€65–270
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Wolfsburg to Colognerideshare 369.7 km
4h 8m
€15–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from Braunschweig, Berliner Platz to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleisbus Mykolayiv
5h 9m
Drive 370.7 km
1. Drive from Wolfsburg to Colognecar 370.7 km
3h 12m
€53–77
Train to Hannover Airport, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take the train from Wolfsburg, Hauptbahnhof to Hannover Hauptbahnhoftrain
2. Fly from Hannover Airport (HAJ) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane HAJ - DUS
6h 13m
€149–400
Train via Löhne
1. Take the train from Fallersleben to Hildesheim Hbftrain Re
2. Take the train from Hildesheim Hbf to Loehne(Westf)train Rb
3. Take the train from Loehne(Westf) to Koeln Hbftrain Re
6h 22m
Train to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Take the train from Wolfsburg, Hauptbahnhof to S Südkreuz Bhftrain
2. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane BER - CGN
4h 14m
€104–373
Train to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take the train from Wolfsburg, Hauptbahnhof to S Südkreuz Bhftrain
2. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane BER - DUS
4h 42m
€132–405
Train to Hannover Airport, fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Take the train from Wolfsburg, Hauptbahnhof to Hannover Hauptbahnhoftrain
2. Fly from Hannover Airport (HAJ) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane HAJ - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain
4h 24m
€144–427

Wolfsburg to Cologne by train

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Distance: 369.4 km
Duration: 3h 19m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Wolfsburg, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbf every 3 hours. Tickets cost €65–270 and the journey takes 3h 19m. Alternatively, OrionBus operates a bus from Braunschweig, Berliner Platz to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis once daily, and the journey takes 3h 50m.

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