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386 km.
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Erlangen to Cologne

Composite routes from Erlangen to Cologne

Cheapest
3 h 17 min
Car
386 km.
from $21
Fastest
1 h 3 min
Plane

Transport providers

Bus operators
Found: 3
FlixBus
Website
Arjani Travel
Website
Tarsin
Website
FlixBus
Website
2h 50m
Every 4 hours
$21.63–$31.81
+49 30 300 137 300
+49 30 300 137 300
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Arjani Travel
Website
2h 15m
Twice a week
+355 68 20 63 724
+355 68 20 63 724
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Tarsin
Website
4h 17m
Once a week
$11.45–$15.27
+40 230 562 929
+40 230 562 929
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Airlines
Found: 5
KLM
Website
Air France
Website
Lufthansa
Website
Eurowings
Website
Lufthansa City
Website
KLM
Website
4h 3m
Every day
$152.67–$559.79
Air France
Website
6h 25m
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
$152.67–$445.29
Lufthansa
Website
3h 45m
Every day
$139.95–$547.07
Eurowings
Website
2h 55m
Tuesday
$101.78–$356.23
Lufthansa City
Website
1h 10m
Every day
$33.08–$356.23
Train operators
Found: 6
NS
Website
Eurostar
Website
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
Website
Deutsche Bahn Regional
Website
National Express
Website
TRI Train Rental GmbH
Website
NS
Website
52 min
Every 4 hours
$24.17–$59.80
+31 30 751 5155
+31 30 751 5155
Call
Eurostar
Website
38 min
6 times a week
$31.81–$69.97
+44 343 218 6186
+44 343 218 6186
Call
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
Website
3h 36m
Hourly
$82.70–$95.42
+49 30 311-682904
+49 30 311-682904
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Deutsche Bahn Regional
Website
1h 27m
Every 4 hours
$26.72–$38.17
+49 30 2970
+49 30 2970
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National Express
Website
40 min
Every 20 minutes
$12.72–$19.08
08717 81 81 81
08717 81 81 81
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TRI Train Rental GmbH
Website
48 min
6 times a week
+49 9126 301 90 70
+49 9126 301 90 70
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Other operators
Found: 1
BlaBlaCar
Website
BlaBlaCar
Website
4h 18m
3 times a day
$19.08–$31.81
+3 318 576 2228
+3 318 576 2228
Call

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Erlangen to Cologne is to rideshare which costs $16.30 - $27.17 and takes 4h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Erlangen to Cologne is to drive which takes 3h 24m and costs $59.78 - $92.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Erlangen and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Erlangen station to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Erlangen train station and arriving at Cologne via Frankfurt(Main)Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Erlangen and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Erlangen to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Erlangen and arriving at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Nürnberg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.

How far is it from Erlangen to Cologne?

The distance between Erlangen and Cologne is 426 km. The road distance is 387 km.

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

The best way to get from Erlangen to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 4h 24m and costs $76.09 - $108.70 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 24m to get from Erlangen to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Erlangen to Cologne bus from?

Erlangen to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Erlangen train station.

Where do I catch the Erlangen to Cologne train from?

Erlangen to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, depart from Nürnberg Hbf station.

Train or bus from Erlangen to Cologne?

The best way to get from Erlangen to Cologne is to train which takes 4h 24m and costs $76.09 - $108.70 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 10m.

Where does the Erlangen to Cologne bus arrive?

Erlangen to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Frankfurt central train station.

Where does the Erlangen to Cologne train arrive?

Erlangen to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, arrive at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.

Can I drive from Erlangen to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Erlangen to Cologne is 387 km. It takes approximately 3h 24m to drive from Erlangen to Cologne.

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

Book your Erlangen to Cologne train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1593+ hotels available in Cologne. Prices start at $45.33 per night.

Can I share a ride from Erlangen to Cologne?

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