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

The cheapest way to get from Arnstadt to Cologne is to bus which costs €29 - €50 and takes 8h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Arnstadt to Cologne is to drive which takes 3h 7m and costs €50 - €75.

Is there a direct bus between Arnstadt and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Arnstadt to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Arnstadt, Ichtershäuser Straße and arriving at Köln Heumarkt via Erfurt central train station and Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Arnstadt and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Arnstadt to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Arnstadt Hbf and arriving at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Erfurt Hbf and Frankfurt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 32m.

How far is it from Arnstadt to Cologne?

The distance between Arnstadt and Cologne is 456 km. The road distance is 354.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Arnstadt to Cologne without a car is to train via Frankfurt am Main which takes 4h 32m and costs €75 - €390.

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

It takes approximately 4h 32m to get from Arnstadt to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arnstadt to Cologne bus from?

Arnstadt to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Erfurt central train station.

Where do I catch the Arnstadt to Cologne train from?

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

Train or bus from Arnstadt to Cologne?

The best way to get from Arnstadt to Cologne is to train via Frankfurt am Main which takes 4h 32m and costs €75 - €390. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €29 - €50 and takes 8h 2m.

Where does the Arnstadt to Cologne bus arrive?

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

Where does the Arnstadt to Cologne train arrive?

Arnstadt to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Frankfurt station.

Can I drive from Arnstadt to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Arnstadt to Cologne is 355 km. It takes approximately 3h 7m to drive from Arnstadt to Cologne.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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Train via Frankfurt am Main
best
1. Take the train from Erfurt Hbf to Frankfurttrain 12 / ...
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 41 / ...
4h 32m
€79–386
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Erfurt central train station to Leverkusenbus 020
8h 2m
€29–50
Drive 354.7 km
1. Drive from Arnstadt to Colognecar 354.7 km
3h 7m
€51–74
Train
1. Take the train from Erfurt Hbf to Köln Hbftrain 51
6h 14m
€89–406

Arnstadt to Cologne by train

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Distance: 456.2 km
Duration: 4h 32m

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

You can take a train from Arnstadt Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Erfurt Hbf and Frankfurt in around 4h 32m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Erfurt central train station to Leverkusen once daily. Tickets cost €29–50 and the journey takes 5h 15m.

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