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

The cheapest way to get from Aalen to Cologne is to rideshare which costs €19 - €26 and takes 4h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aalen to Cologne is to drive which takes 4h 6m and costs €55 - €85.

Is there a direct train between Aalen and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Aalen to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Aalen, Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Köln Hbf via Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

How far is it from Aalen to Cologne?

The distance between Aalen and Cologne is 421 km. The road distance is 396.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Aalen to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 4h 13m and costs €65 - €170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 13m to get from Aalen to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aalen to Cologne train from?

Aalen to Cologne train services, operated by Arverio Baden-Württemberg GmbH, depart from Aalen, Hauptbahnhof station.

Where does the Aalen to Cologne train arrive?

Aalen to Cologne train services, operated by Arverio Baden-Württemberg GmbH, arrive at Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Aalen to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Aalen to Cologne is 397 km. It takes approximately 4h 6m to drive from Aalen to Cologne.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1832+ hotels available in Cologne.

Can I share a ride from Aalen to Cologne?

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

Aalen to Cologne - 7 ways to travel via train, rideshare, plane, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Aalen to Cologne by train, rideshare, plane, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Aalen, Hauptbahnhof to Hauptbahnhoftrain Mex13 / ...
2. Take the train from Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbftrain 42 / ...
4h 13m
€66–168
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Aalen to Colognerideshare 397.2 km
4h 35m
€19–26
Train, train to Munich International Airport, fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Take the train from Aalen, Hauptbahnhof to Donauwörthtrain
2. Take the train from Donauwörth to München Hbftrain
3. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane MUC - CGN
5h 50m
Train via Oberwesel
1. Take the train from Aalen Hbf to Schorndorftrain Re
2. Take the train from Schorndorf to Oberwesel Bahnhoftrain Drf
3. Take the train from Oberwesel Bahnhof to Köln Süd Bftrain
9h 28m
€64–98
Drive 396.8 km
1. Drive from Aalen to Colognecar 396.8 km
4h 6m
€59–85
Train, train to Munich International Airport, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take the train from Aalen, Hauptbahnhof to Donauwörthtrain
2. Take the train from Donauwörth to München Hbftrain
3. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane MUC - DUS
6h 22m
Train to Nuremberg Airport, fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Take the train from Aalen, Hauptbahnhof to Nürnberg Hbftrain
2. Fly from Nuremberg Airport (NUE) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane NUE - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain
5h 12m
€147–277

Aalen to Cologne by train

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Distance: 420.6 km
Duration: 4h 13m

What companies run services between Aalen, Baden-Württemberg, Germany and Cologne, Germany?

You can take a train from Aalen, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbf via Hauptbahnhof in around 4h 13m.

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