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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Lübeck is to drive which costs €65 - €100 and takes 4h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Lübeck is to drive which takes 4h 10m and costs €65 - €100.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Lübeck?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Lübeck. However, there are services departing from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis and arriving at Lübeck via Essen Hbf and Hanover central bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Lübeck?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Lübeck. However, there are services departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Lübeck Hbf via Hamburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 8m.

How far is it from Cologne to Lübeck?

The distance between Cologne and Lübeck is 498 km. The road distance is 479 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Lübeck without a car is to train which takes 5h 8m and costs €90 - €370.

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

It takes approximately 5h 8m to get from Cologne to Lübeck, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Lübeck bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cologne to Lübeck train from?

Cologne to Lübeck train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Hbf station.

Train or bus from Cologne to Lübeck?

The best way to get from Cologne to Lübeck is to train which takes 5h 8m and costs €90 - €370. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 56m.

Where does the Cologne to Lübeck bus arrive?

Cologne to Lübeck bus services, operated by OrionBus, arrive at Südviertel, Essen station.

Where does the Cologne to Lübeck train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cologne to Lübeck?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Lübeck is 479 km. It takes approximately 4h 10m to drive from Cologne to Lübeck.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cologne to Lübeck?

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Where can I stay near Lübeck?

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Cologne to Lübeck - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Cologne to Lübeck by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Hamburg Hbftrain 42 / ...
2. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Lübeck Hbftrain Re8 / ...
5h 8m
€95–361
Drive 479 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Cologne to Lübeckcar 479 km
4h 10m
€69–99
Bus
1. Take the bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Südviertel, Essenbus
2. Take the bus from Essen Hbf to Hannover Hbfbus
3. Take the bus from Hanover central bus station to Lübeckbus 173 / ...
7h 56m
Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport, train
1. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Hamburg Airport (HAM)plane DUS - HAM
2. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Lübeck Hbftrain
4h 20m
€106–284
Train via Düsseldorf
1. Take the train from Köln Hansaring to Düsseldorf Hbftrain S11 / ...
2. Take the train from Düsseldorf Hbf to Hamburg Hbftrain Drf
3. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Lübeck Hbftrain Re8
7h 34m
Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport, train
1. Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Hamburg Airport (HAM)plane CGN - HAM
2. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Lübeck Hbftrain
6h 16m
€120–341
Train to Frankfurt, fly, train
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Hamburg Airport (HAM)plane FRA - HAM
3. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Lübeck Hbftrain
4h 36m
€123–348

Cologne to Lübeck by train

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Distance: 498.1 km
Duration: 5h 8m

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

You can take a train from Köln Hbf to Lübeck Hbf via Hamburg Hbf in around 5h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Lübeck via Südviertel, Essen, Essen Hbf, Hannover Hbf, and Hanover central bus station in around 7h 56m.

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