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Cologne to Schmalkalden

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317 km.
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Five ways to Travel from Cologne to Schmalkalden

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Cheapest
By car (317 km)
3 h 12 min
317 km.
from $17
Other
Rideshare
3 h 12 min
317 km.
from $12.06
Train via Frankfurt am Main
4 h 55 min
246 km.
from $267.33
Bus
8 h 56 min
246 km.
from $37.93
Train, Bus
6 h 23 min
246 km.

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Würzburg Main Station to Zella-Mehlis
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.27–$21.63

Tarsin

Phone:
+40 230 562 929
Email:
Website:
tarsin.ro/
Bus from Köln to Würzburg
Ave. Duration:
4h 21m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$10.81–$15.27

Verkehrsgemeinschaft Landkreis Gotha GbR

Phone:
(03621) 39 82 70
Email:
Website:
nvg-gotha.info/
Bus from Gotha, Hauptbahnhof to Schmalkalden,
Ave. Duration:
1h 7m
Frequency:
3 times a day

Train operators

NS

Phone:
+31 30 751 5155
Website:
ns.nl/
Train from Koeln Hbf to Frankfurt(Main)Hbf
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$24.17–$61.07
Train from Koeln Hbf to Frankfurt(M)
Ave. Duration:
49 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$24.17–$58.52

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Koeln Hbf to Frankfurt(Main)Hbf
Ave. Duration:
1h 11m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$48.35–$53.43
Train from Frankfurt to Eisenach
Ave. Duration:
2h 31m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$57.25–$63.61
Train from Koeln Hbf to Frankfurt(M)
Ave. Duration:
57 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$45.80–$52.16
Train from Frankfurt to Gotha
Ave. Duration:
2h 19m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$55.98–$63.61
Train from Köln Hbf to Gotha
Ave. Duration:
4h 53m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$89.06–$101.78

Nightjet

Phone:
+43 51717
Website:
nightjet.com/en/#/home
Train from Koeln Hbf to Erfurt
Ave. Duration:
7h 46m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$62.34–$203.56

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)

Phone:
+32 70 79 79 79
Website:
belgiantrain.be/en
Train from Koeln Hbf to Erfurt
Ave. Duration:
7h 46m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$45.80–$69.97

Österreichische Bundesbahnen

Website:
konzern.oebb.at/
Train from Koeln Hbf to Erfurt
Ave. Duration:
7h 46m
Frequency:
Twice a week

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Schmalkalden is to bus which costs $21.74 - $31.52 and takes 8h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Schmalkalden is to drive which takes 3h 13m and costs $48.91 - $76.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Schmalkalden?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Schmalkalden. However, there are services departing from Köln and arriving at Schmalkalden, Kasseler Straße/Schule via Würzburg Main Station and Zella-Mehlis, Bahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 56m.

How far is it from Cologne to Schmalkalden?

The distance between Cologne and Schmalkalden is 464 km. The road distance is 317.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Schmalkalden without a car is to train via Frankfurt am Main which takes 4h 55m and costs $206.52 - $293.48 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 55m to get from Cologne to Schmalkalden, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Schmalkalden bus from?

Cologne to Schmalkalden bus services, operated by Tarsin, depart from Köln station.

Train or bus from Cologne to Schmalkalden?

The best way to get from Cologne to Schmalkalden is to train via Frankfurt am Main which takes 4h 55m and costs $206.52 - $293.48 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $21.74 - $31.52 and takes 8h 56m.

Where does the Cologne to Schmalkalden bus arrive?

Cologne to Schmalkalden bus services, operated by Tarsin, arrive at Würzburg station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Schmalkalden?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Schmalkalden is 318 km. It takes approximately 3h 13m to drive from Cologne to Schmalkalden.

Where can I stay near Schmalkalden?

There are 684+ hotels available in Schmalkalden. Prices start at $51.58 per night.
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