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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Einbeck is to bus which costs €25 - €45 and takes 8h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Einbeck is to drive which takes 3h 3m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Einbeck?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Einbeck. However, there are services departing from Köln Heumarkt and arriving at Einbeck Stadtwerke via Leverkusen and Northeim Bahnhof/ZOB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Einbeck?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Einbeck. However, there are services departing from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf and arriving at Einbeck Mitte via Frankfurt, Göttingen and Einbeck Salzderhelden. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 44m.

How far is it from Cologne to Einbeck?

The distance between Cologne and Einbeck is 450 km. The road distance is 276 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Einbeck without a car is to train which takes 4h 44m and costs €80 - €310.

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

It takes approximately 4h 44m to get from Cologne to Einbeck, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Einbeck bus from?

Cologne to Einbeck bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Leverkusen station.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Einbeck train from?

Cologne to Einbeck train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.

Train or bus from Cologne to Einbeck?

The best way to get from Cologne to Einbeck is to train which takes 4h 44m and costs €80 - €310. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €25 - €45 and takes 8h 16m.

Where does the Cologne to Einbeck bus arrive?

Cologne to Einbeck bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Göttingen central bus station.

Where does the Cologne to Einbeck train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cologne to Einbeck?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Einbeck is 276 km. It takes approximately 3h 3m to drive from Cologne to Einbeck.

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

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Where can I stay near Einbeck?

There are 271+ hotels available in Einbeck.

Cologne to Einbeck - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Cologne to Einbeck by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Frankfurttrain 41 / ...
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Göttingentrain 20 / ...
4h 44m
€80–309
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leverkusen to Göttingen central bus stationbus 264
8h 16m
€26–42
Drive 276 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Einbeckcar 276 km
3h 3m
€40–58
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Hammtrain 10 / ...
2. Take the train from Hamm(Westf)Hbf to Paderborn Hbftrain Re
3. Take the train from Paderborn, Hauptbahnhof to Holzmindentrain
4. Take the bus from Holzminden Bahnhof to Einbeck Mitte/ZOBbus 540
6h 20m

Cologne to Einbeck by train

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Distance: 449.7 km
Duration: 4h 44m

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

You can take a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Einbeck Mitte via Frankfurt, Göttingen, and Einbeck Salzderhelden in around 4h 44m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Leverkusen to Göttingen central bus station once daily. Tickets cost €21–35 and the journey takes 4h 35m.

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