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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Eisenach is to drive which costs €40 - €65 and takes 2h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Eisenach is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Eisenach?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Eisenach. However, there are services departing from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis and arriving at Eisenach via Dortmund central bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Eisenach?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Eisenach Hbf. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 37m.

How far is it from Cologne to Eisenach?

The distance between Cologne and Eisenach is 377 km. The road distance is 298.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Eisenach without a car is to train via Frankfurt am Main which takes 3h 50m and costs €65 - €300.

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

It takes approximately 3h 50m to get from Cologne to Eisenach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Eisenach bus from?

Cologne to Eisenach bus services, operated by OrionBus, depart from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis station.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Eisenach train from?

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

Train or bus from Cologne to Eisenach?

The best way to get from Cologne to Eisenach is to train via Frankfurt am Main which takes 3h 50m and costs €65 - €300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 58m.

Where does the Cologne to Eisenach bus arrive?

Cologne to Eisenach bus services, operated by OrionBus, arrive at Dortmund station.

Where does the Cologne to Eisenach train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cologne to Eisenach?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Eisenach is 299 km. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Cologne to Eisenach.

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

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Where can I stay near Eisenach?

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

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

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Train via Frankfurt am Main
best
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Frankfurttrain 41
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Eisenach Hbftrain 50 / ...
3h 50m
€68–297
Drive 298.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Cologne to Eisenachcar 298.6 km
2h 43m
€43–62
Bus
1. Take the bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Dortmundbus Mykolayiv
2. Take the bus from Dortmund central bus station to Eisenachbus N1314
5h 58m
Train
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Eisenach Hbftrain 51
4h 37m
€75–330

Cologne to Eisenach by train

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Distance: 377.2 km
Duration: 3h 50m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Eisenach, Thuringia, Germany?

You can take a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Eisenach Hbf via Frankfurt in around 3h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Eisenach via Dortmund and Dortmund central bus station in around 5h 58m.

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