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

Composite routes from Saxony to Cologne

Cheapest
4 h 56 min
Car
559 km.
from $30

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Leipzig central train station to Leverkusen
Ave. Duration:
7h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$50.63–$69.62

Airlines

Lufthansa

Website:
lufthansa.com/
Plane from Dresden Airport to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$202.52–$556.94
Plane from Dresden Airport to Frankfurt
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$139.24–$531.63
Plane from Schkeuditz Airport to Frankfurt
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$139.24–$329.10
Plane from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
3h 2m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$177.21–$518.97

Eurowings

Website:
eurowings.com
Plane from Dresden Airport to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$94.93–$417.71
Plane from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Cologne
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$62.02–$303.79
Plane from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$69.62–$253.16

Train operators

NS

Phone:
+31 30 751 5155
Website:
ns.nl/
Train from Frankfurt to Köln
Ave. Duration:
1h 6m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$25.32–$62.02

Eurostar

Phone:
+44 343 218 6186
Website:
eurostar.com/rw-en
Train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
38 min
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$31.64–$69.62

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Leipzig Hbf to Frankfurt
Ave. Duration:
3h 32m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$75.95–$88.60
Train from Frankfurt to Köln
Ave. Duration:
1h 6m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$49.37–$54.43
Train from Leipzig Hbf to Köln
Ave. Duration:
6h 8m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$107.59–$120.25
Train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
33 min
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$29.11–$32.91
Train from Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Flughafen
Ave. Duration:
1h 32m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$46.83–$53.16

Nightjet

Phone:
+43 51717
Website:
nightjet.com/en/#/home
Train from Halle(Saale)Hbf to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
10h 25m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$63.29–$202.52

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$12.66–$18.99

Österreichische Bundesbahnen

Website:
konzern.oebb.at/
Train from Halle(Saale)Hbf to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
10h 25m
Frequency:
Once a week

TRI Train Rental GmbH

Phone:
+49 9126 301 90 70
Email:
Website:
train-rental.com/
Train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
48 min
Frequency:
Once daily

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Leipzig to Cologne
Ave. Duration:
5h 58m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$27.85–$31.64

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Saxony to Cologne is to rideshare which costs $23.91 - $27.17 and takes 5h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Saxony to Cologne is to fly and train which takes 3h 25m and costs $97.83 - $467.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Saxony and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Saxony station to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Leipzig central train station and arriving at Köln Heumarkt via Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Saxony and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Leipzig Hbf and arriving at Köln Hbf. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 8m.

How far is it from Saxony to Cologne?

The distance between Saxony and Cologne is 551 km. The road distance is 495.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Saxony to Cologne without a car is to train via Frankfurt am Main which takes 5h 14m and costs $86.96 - $130.43 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 14m to get from Saxony to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Saxony to Cologne bus from?

Saxony to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Leipzig central train station.

Where do I catch the Saxony to Cologne train from?

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

Train or bus from Saxony to Cologne?

The best way to get from Saxony to Cologne is to train via Frankfurt am Main which takes 5h 14m and costs $86.96 - $130.43 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $43.48 - $59.78 and takes 8h 22m.

Where does the Saxony to Cologne bus arrive?

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

Where does the Saxony to Cologne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Saxony to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Saxony to Cologne is 495 km. It takes approximately 4h 20m to drive from Saxony to Cologne.

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

Book your Saxony 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 Saxony to Cologne?

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