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

The cheapest way to get from Ahrensburg to Cologne is to train via Hamburg Central Station which costs €35 - €70 and takes 5h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ahrensburg to Cologne is to train and fly which takes 3h 33m and costs €85 - €300.

Is there a direct bus between Ahrensburg and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Ahrensburg to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Bf. Ahrensburg and arriving at Köln Heumarkt via Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof and Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Ahrensburg and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Ahrensburg to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Ahrensburg and arriving at Köln Hbf via Hamburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.

How far is it from Ahrensburg to Cologne?

The distance between Ahrensburg and Cologne is 457 km. The road distance is 442.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Ahrensburg to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 4h 53m and costs €70 - €190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 53m to get from Ahrensburg to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ahrensburg to Cologne bus from?

Ahrensburg to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof station.

Where do I catch the Ahrensburg to Cologne train from?

Ahrensburg to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Hamburg Hbf station.

Train, bus or fly from Ahrensburg to Cologne?

The best way to get from Ahrensburg to Cologne is to train which takes 4h 53m and costs €70 - €190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €60 and takes 9h 32m, you could also fly, which costs €65 - €310 and takes 5h 26m.

Where does the Ahrensburg to Cologne bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ahrensburg to Cologne train arrive?

Ahrensburg to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Köln Hbf station.

Can I drive from Ahrensburg to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Ahrensburg to Cologne is 442 km. It takes approximately 3h 49m to drive from Ahrensburg to Cologne.

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

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There are 7 ways to get from Ahrensburg to Cologne by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Köln Hbftrain 43 / ...
4h 53m
€74–186
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof to Leverkusenbus N1360a
9h 32m
€35–60
Drive 442.4 km
1. Drive from Ahrensburg to Colognecar 442.4 km
3h 49m
€66–95
Train, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take the train from Ahrensburg to Hasselbrooktrain
2. Fly from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane HAM - DUS
3. Take the train from Düsseldorf Hbf to Köln Hbftrain
3h 33m
€85–299
Train via Hamburg Central Station
1. Take the train from Hamburg Central Station to Cologne Central Stationtrain Flx20
5h 31m
€39–66
Fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Fly from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane HAM - CGN
5h 26m
€67–309
Fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Fly from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane HAM - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain
4h 40m
€113–272

Ahrensburg to Cologne by train

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Distance: 457.2 km
Duration: 4h 53m

What companies run services between Ahrensburg, Germany and Cologne, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Hamburg Hbf to Köln Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €70–170 and the journey takes 4h 1m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof to Leverkusen 5 times a week. Tickets cost €35–60 and the journey takes 6h 45m.

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