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

The cheapest way to get from Dinkelsbühl to Cologne is to train and bus which costs €40 - €80 and takes 9h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dinkelsbühl to Cologne is to drive which takes 3h 30m and costs €55 - €85.

Is there a direct train between Dinkelsbühl and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Dinkelsbühl to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Ellwangen, Bahnhof and arriving at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.

How far is it from Dinkelsbühl to Cologne?

The distance between Dinkelsbühl and Cologne is 459 km. The road distance is 390.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Dinkelsbühl to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 4h 43m and costs €75 - €340.

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

It takes approximately 4h 43m to get from Dinkelsbühl to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dinkelsbühl to Cologne train from?

Dinkelsbühl to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Ellwangen, Bahnhof station.

Where does the Dinkelsbühl to Cologne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dinkelsbühl to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Dinkelsbühl to Cologne is 391 km. It takes approximately 3h 30m to drive from Dinkelsbühl to Cologne.

Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1856+ hotels available in Cologne.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ellwangen, Bahnhof to Hauptbahnhoftrain 61
2. Take the train from Hauptbahnhof to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 47 / ...
4h 43m
€75–340
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Crailsheim Bahnhof to Erlenbachtrain Rb87
2. Take the bus from Erlenbach am Main to Köln Hbfbus
9h 17m
€44–77
Drive 390.9 km
1. Drive from Dinkelsbühl to Colognecar 390.9 km
3h 30m
€56–81
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Dinkelsbühl Am Stauferwall to Ansbachbus 805
2. Take the train from Ansbach to Würzburg Hbftrain
3. Take the train from Würzburg Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 41 / ...
5h 35m
€76–316

Dinkelsbühl to Cologne by bus and train

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4h 43mAverage Duration

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Distance: 459.1 km
Duration: 4h 43m

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

You can take a bus from Dinkelsbühl ZOB(Schwedenwiese) to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Ellwangen, ZOB, Ellwangen, Bahnhof, and Hauptbahnhof in around 4h 43m.

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