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343 km.
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Ilmenau, Germany → Cologne, Germany

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Ilmenau to Cologne

Cheapest
2 h 55 min
Car
343 km.
from $18
Other
5 h 35 min
Bus, Train
280 km.
from $106.96
7 h 37 min
280 km.
from $42.41
6 h 14 min
280 km.
from $145.54
7 h 43 min
280 km.
from $93.22
9 h 59 min
Bus, Train
280 km.
from $98.26

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Ilmenau to Schweinfurt
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$13.99–$20.36
Bus from Ilmenau to Würzburg
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.81–$25.45

Tarsin

Phone:
+40 230 562 929
Email:
Website:
tarsin.ro/
Bus from Würzburg to Köln
Ave. Duration:
4h 17m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$11.45–$15.27

Train operators

NS

Phone:
+31 30 751 5155
Website:
ns.nl/
Train from Frankfurt to Köln
Ave. Duration:
52 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$24.17–$59.80

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Wuerzburg Hbf to Frankfurt(M)
Ave. Duration:
1h 31m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$41.98–$47.07
Train from Frankfurt to Köln
Ave. Duration:
52 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$47.07–$53.43
Train from Erfurt Hbf to Frankfurt
Ave. Duration:
2h 13m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$61.07–$67.43
Train from Wuerzburg Hbf to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
3h 47m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$69.97–$82.70

Deutsche Bahn Regional

Phone:
+49 30 2970
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Schweinfurt Hbf to Würzburg
Ave. Duration:
24 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$12.72–$19.08
Train from Suhl to Würzburg
Ave. Duration:
1h 33m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$26.72–$38.17
Train from Schweinfurt Hbf to Frankfurt
Ave. Duration:
2h 36m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$33.08–$47.07
Train from Neuwied Bf to Köln
Ave. Duration:
1h 21m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$17.81–$26.72

VIAS Rail GmbH

Phone:
069 450099650
Email:
Website:
vias-online.de/
Train from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Neuwied
Ave. Duration:
2h 31m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$27.99–$39.44

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Ilmenau to Cologne is to bus which costs $25 - $34.78 and takes 7h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ilmenau to Cologne is to drive which takes 3h 21m and costs $59.78 - $92.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Ilmenau and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilmenau to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Ilmenau and arriving at Köln via Würzburg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 37m.

How far is it from Ilmenau to Cologne?

The distance between Ilmenau and Cologne is 465 km. The road distance is 381 km.

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

The best way to get from Ilmenau to Cologne without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 35m and costs $76.09 - $130.43 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 35m to get from Ilmenau to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ilmenau to Cologne bus from?

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

Train or bus from Ilmenau to Cologne?

The best way to get from Ilmenau to Cologne is to bus which takes 7h 37m and costs $25 - $34.78 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $81.52 - $130.43 and takes 6h 14m.

Where does the Ilmenau to Cologne bus arrive?

Ilmenau to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Würzburg Main Station.

Can I drive from Ilmenau to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilmenau to Cologne is 381 km. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Ilmenau to Cologne.

Where can I stay near Cologne?

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