What is the cheapest way to get from Cluj-Napoca to Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Cluj-Napoca to Cologne is to bus which costs €18 - €150 and takes 21h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cluj-Napoca to Cologne?

The fastest way to get from Cluj-Napoca to Cologne is to fly which takes 7h 8m and costs €80 - €270.

Is there a direct bus between Cluj-Napoca and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Sens Vest and arriving at Köln. Services depart three times a week, and operate Wednesday and Friday. The journey takes approximately 21h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Cluj-Napoca and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Cluj-Napoca to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Cluj Napoca and arriving at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Budapest-Keleti, Wien Hbf and Nürnberg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 48m.

How far is it from Cluj-Napoca to Cologne?

The distance between Cluj-Napoca and Cologne is 1314 km. The road distance is 1521.7 km.

How do I travel from Cluj-Napoca to Cologne without a car?

The best way to get from Cluj-Napoca to Cologne without a car is to bus which takes 21h 50m and costs €18 - €150.

How long does it take to get from Cluj-Napoca to Cologne?

It takes approximately 7h 8m to get from Cluj-Napoca to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cluj-Napoca to Cologne bus from?

Cluj-Napoca to Cologne bus services, operated by Euro Fratello Srl, depart from Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Sens Vest station.

Where do I catch the Cluj-Napoca to Cologne train from?

Cluj-Napoca to Cologne train services, operated by Romanian Railways (CFR), depart from Cluj Napoca station.

Train, bus or fly from Cluj-Napoca to Cologne?

The best way to get from Cluj-Napoca to Cologne is to fly which takes 7h 8m and costs €80 - €270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €18 - €150 and takes 21h 50m, you could also train via Nuremberg, which costs €230 - €450 and takes 22h 48m.

Where does the Cluj-Napoca to Cologne bus arrive?

Cluj-Napoca to Cologne bus services, operated by Euro Fratello Srl, arrive at Köln station.

What is the time difference between Cluj-Napoca and Cologne?

Cologne is 1h behind Cluj-Napoca. It is currently 12:56 PM in Cluj-Napoca and 11:56 AM in Cologne.

Where does the Cluj-Napoca to Cologne train arrive?

Cluj-Napoca to Cologne train services, operated by Romanian Railways (CFR), arrive at Budapest-Keleti station.

Can I drive from Cluj-Napoca to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Cluj-Napoca to Cologne is 1522 km. It takes approximately 15h 40m to drive from Cluj-Napoca to Cologne.

How do I get a train ticket from Cluj-Napoca to Cologne?

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Cluj-Napoca to Cologne - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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Fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
best
1. Fly from Cluj-Napoca (CLJ) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane CLJ - CGN
7h 8m
€82–266
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Sens Vest to Kölnbus
21h 50m
€18–150
Train via Nuremberg
1. Take the train from Cluj Napoca to Budapest-Keletitrain Ir
2. Take the train from Budapest-Keleti to Wien Hbftrain Ec / ...
3. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Nuernberg Hbftrain Ice
4. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 41 / ...
22h 48m
€233–447
Drive 1,521.7 km
1. Drive from Cluj-Napoca to Colognecar 1,521.7 km
15h 40m
€224–323
Fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Fly from Cluj-Napoca (CLJ) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane CLJ - DUS
7h 24m
€87–284
Fly to Dortmund Airport, train
1. Fly from Cluj-Napoca (CLJ) to Dortmund Airport (DTM)plane CLJ - DTM
2. Take the train from Holzwickede to Koeln Hbftrain
7h 9m
Train
1. Take the train from Cluj Napoca to Budapest-Keletitrain Ir
2. Take the train from Budapest-Keleti to Wien Hbftrain Ec / ...
3. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Koeln Hbftrain Ice
23h 2m
€238–457
Bus via Bonn
1. Take the bus from Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Sens Vest to Bonnbus
23h 7m
€23–148

Cluj-Napoca to Cologne by train

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Distance: 1,314 km
Duration: 7h 8m

What companies run services between Cluj-Napoca, Romania and Cologne, Germany?

Lufthansa, Ryanair, and three other airlines fly from Cluj-Napoca (CLJ) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) 3 times a day. Alternatively, Euro Fratello Srl operates a bus from Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Sens Vest to Köln twice a week, and the journey takes 21h 50m. Tarsin also services this route once a week.

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