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

The cheapest way to get from Alexanderplatz to Cologne is to rideshare which costs €23 - €35 and takes 6h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Alexanderplatz to Cologne is to fly which takes 3h 25m and costs €70 - €230.

Is there a direct bus between Alexanderplatz and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Alexanderplatz to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Berlin Alexanderplatz and arriving at Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis via Masurenallee - Berlin. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Alexanderplatz and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Alexanderplatz to Cologne. However, there are services departing from S+U Alexanderplatz Bhf and arriving at Köln Hbf via Berlin Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 23m.

How far is it from Alexanderplatz to Cologne?

The distance between Alexanderplatz and Cologne is 555 km. The road distance is 572.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Alexanderplatz to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 5h 23m and costs €100 - €450.

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

It takes approximately 5h 23m to get from Alexanderplatz to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alexanderplatz to Cologne bus from?

Alexanderplatz to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Berlin zoo train station.

Where do I catch the Alexanderplatz to Cologne train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Alexanderplatz to Cologne?

The best way to get from Alexanderplatz to Cologne is to train which takes 5h 23m and costs €100 - €450. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 8m, you could also fly, which costs €70 - €230 and takes 3h 25m.

Where does the Alexanderplatz to Cologne bus arrive?

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

Where does the Alexanderplatz to Cologne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Alexanderplatz to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Alexanderplatz to Cologne is 572 km. It takes approximately 4h 50m to drive from Alexanderplatz to Cologne.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Alexanderplatz to Cologne?

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1851+ hotels available in Cologne.

Can I share a ride from Alexanderplatz to Cologne?

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

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There are 9 ways to get from Alexanderplatz to Cologne by train, bus, car, plane, or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Köln Hbftrain 10
5h 23m
€103–443
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Berlin to Colognerideshare 569.4 km
6h 29m
€23–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Masurenallee - Berlin to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleisbus Mykolayiv
7h 8m
Drive 572.1 km
1. Drive from Alexanderplatz to Colognecar 572.1 km
4h 50m
€81–117
Fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane BER - CGN
3h 25m
€70–226
Train via Köln Hbf
1. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Köln Hbftrain 19 / ...
6h 28m
€103–473
Bus via Leverkusen
1. Take the bus from Berlin zoo train station to Leverkusenbus N1327
11h 19m
€48–83
Fly to Düsseldorf International Airport, train
1. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane BER - DUS
2. Take the train from Düsseldorf Hbf to Köln Hbftrain
3h 52m
€94–253
Fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane BER - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain
4h 13m
€108–314

Alexanderplatz to Cologne by foot and train

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5h 23mAverage Duration

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Distance: 554.7 km
Duration: 5h 23m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Berlin Hbf to Köln Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €100–440 and the journey takes 4h 25m. Alternatively, OrionBus operates a bus from Masurenallee - Berlin to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis once daily, and the journey takes 5h 52m.

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