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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Erfurt Hbf to Cologne

Composite routes from Erfurt Hbf to Cologne

Cheapest
3 h 22 min
Car
356 km.
from $19
Fastest
1 h 1 min
Plane

Transport providers

Bus operators
Found: 1
FlixBus
Website
FlixBus
Website
5h 15m
Once daily
$36.90–$52.16
+49 30 300 137 300
+49 30 300 137 300
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Airlines
Found: 1
Lufthansa
Website
Lufthansa
Website
45 min
Every day
$127.23–$356.23
Train operators
Found: 8
NS
Website
Eurostar
Website
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
Website
Nightjet
Website
Deutsche Bahn Regional
Website
National Express
Website
Österreichische Bundesbahnen
Website
TRI Train Rental GmbH
Website
NS
Website
1h 6m
Every 4 hours
$25.45–$62.34
+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
2h 13m
Hourly
$61.07–$67.43
+49 30 311-682904
+49 30 311-682904
Call
Nightjet
Website
9h 22m
4 times a week
$63.61–$203.56
+43 51717
+43 51717
Call
Deutsche Bahn Regional
Website
1h 42m
Every 2 hours
$27.99–$39.44
+49 30 2970
+49 30 2970
Call
National Express
Website
40 min
Every 30 minutes
$12.72–$19.08
08717 81 81 81
08717 81 81 81
Call
Österreichische Bundesbahnen
Website
9h 22m
4 times a week
TRI Train Rental GmbH
Website
48 min
Once daily
+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 1m
Every 4 hours
$19.08–$30.53
+3 318 576 2228
+3 318 576 2228
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Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Erfurt Hbf to Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Erfurt Hbf to Cologne is to rideshare which costs $16.30 - $26.09 and takes 4h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Erfurt Hbf to Cologne?

The fastest way to get from Erfurt Hbf to Cologne is to drive which takes 3h 15m and costs $54.35 - $86.96 .

Is there a direct bus between Erfurt Hbf and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Erfurt Hbf station to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Erfurt central train station and arriving at Köln Heumarkt via Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Erfurt Hbf and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Erfurt Hbf and arriving at Köln Hbf. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 21m.

How far is it from Erfurt Hbf to Cologne?

The distance between Erfurt Hbf and Cologne is 435 km. The road distance is 366.2 km.

How do I travel from Erfurt Hbf to Cologne without a car?

The best way to get from Erfurt Hbf to Cologne without a car is to train via Frankfurt am Main which takes 3h 55m and costs $70.65 - $119.57 .

How long does it take to get from Erfurt Hbf to Cologne?

It takes approximately 3h 55m to get from Erfurt Hbf to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Erfurt Hbf to Cologne bus from?

Erfurt Hbf to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Erfurt central train station.

Where do I catch the Erfurt Hbf to Cologne train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Erfurt Hbf to Cologne?

The best way to get from Erfurt Hbf to Cologne is to train via Frankfurt am Main which takes 3h 55m and costs $70.65 - $119.57 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $31.52 - $44.57 and takes 6h 23m. There are no good options to train between Erfurt Hbf to Cologne.

Where does the Erfurt Hbf to Cologne bus arrive?

Erfurt Hbf to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leverkusen station.

Where does the Erfurt Hbf to Cologne train arrive?

Erfurt Hbf to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, arrive at Frankfurt station.

Can I drive from Erfurt Hbf to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Erfurt Hbf to Cologne is 366 km. It takes approximately 3h 15m to drive from Erfurt Hbf to Cologne.

How do I get a train ticket from Erfurt Hbf to Cologne?

Book your Erfurt Hbf 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 Erfurt Hbf to Cologne?

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