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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Illesheim is to drive which costs €45 - €75 and takes 3h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Illesheim is to drive which takes 3h 9m and costs €45 - €75.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Illesheim?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Illesheim. However, there are services departing from Köln and arriving at Illesheim Hauptstr./Ost via Frankfurt central train station, Würzburg Hbf and Steinach. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Illesheim?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Illesheim. However, there are services departing from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf and arriving at Illesheim via Würzburg Hbf and Steinach. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 26m.

How far is it from Cologne to Illesheim?

The distance between Cologne and Illesheim is 367 km. The road distance is 346.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Illesheim without a car is to train which takes 4h 26m and costs €65 - €240.

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

It takes approximately 4h 26m to get from Cologne to Illesheim, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Illesheim bus from?

Cologne to Illesheim bus services, operated by GrandBus, depart from Köln station.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Illesheim train from?

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

Train or bus from Cologne to Illesheim?

The best way to get from Cologne to Illesheim is to train which takes 4h 26m and costs €65 - €240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 4m.

Where does the Cologne to Illesheim bus arrive?

Cologne to Illesheim bus services, operated by GrandBus, arrive at Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB station.

Where does the Cologne to Illesheim train arrive?

Cologne to Illesheim train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Würzburg Hbf station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Illesheim?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Illesheim is 346 km. It takes approximately 3h 9m to drive from Cologne to Illesheim.

Where can I stay near Illesheim?

There are 385+ hotels available in Illesheim.

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There are 5 ways to get from Cologne to Illesheim by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Würzburg Hbftrain 41
2. Take the train from Würzburg Hbf to Steinachtrain Re80
4h 26m
€67–237
Drive 346.1 km
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1. Drive from Cologne to Illesheimcar 346.1 km
3h 9m
€50–72
Bus
1. Take the bus from Köln to Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOBbus
2. Take the bus from Frankfurt central train station to Würzburg Main Stationbus N84 / ...
3. Take the bus from Würzburg Hbf to Steinachbus Ev
8h 4m
Fly, train
1. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Nuremberg Airport (NUE)plane DUS - NUE
2. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Neustadttrain
6h 31m
€124–325
Train via Frankfurt am Main
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Frankfurt(Main)Hbftrain Ice
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Würzburg Hbftrain 41 / ...
3. Take the train from Würzburg Hbf to Steinachtrain
4h 48m
€53–238

Cologne to Illesheim by train

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Distance: 367.2 km
Duration: 4h 26m

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

You can take a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Illesheim via Würzburg Hbf and Steinach in around 4h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Köln to Illesheim Hauptstr./Ost via Frankfurt central train station, Würzburg Hbf, and Steinach in around 8h 4m.

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