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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Echternach is to bus which costs €15 - €26 and takes 5h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Echternach is to drive which takes 1h 40m and costs €22 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Echternach?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Echternach. However, there are services departing from Cologne Airport CGN and arriving at Echternach, Gare Centre via Trier, Hauptbahnhof and Wasserbillig, Gare routière. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 12m.

How far is it from Cologne to Echternach?

The distance between Cologne and Echternach is 158 km. The road distance is 155.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Echternach without a car is to train and line 410 bus which takes 4h 19m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 19m to get from Cologne to Echternach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Echternach bus from?

Cologne to Echternach bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cologne Airport CGN station.

Where does the Cologne to Echternach bus arrive?

Cologne to Echternach bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Trier central train station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Echternach?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Echternach is 156 km. It takes approximately 1h 40m to drive from Cologne to Echternach.

Where can I stay near Echternach?

There are 823+ hotels available in Echternach.

Cologne to Echternach - 3 ways to travel via train, line 410 bus, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Cologne to Echternach by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 410 bus
best
1. Take the train from Köln Süd Bf to Bitburg-Erdorf, Bahnhoftrain Re22
2. Take the bus from Bitburg, ZOB to Echternach, Lycée/Parking Kackbus 410
4h 19m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cologne Airport CGN to Trier central train stationbus 011 / ...
5h 12m
€15–26
Drive 155.7 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Echternachcar 155.7 km
1h 40m
€23–33

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Distance: 157.9 km
Duration: 4h 19m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Echternach, Luxembourg?

FlixBus operates a bus from Cologne Airport CGN to Trier central train station 3 times a day. Tickets cost €12–20 and the journey takes 2h 15m.

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