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

The cheapest way to get from Eichstätt to Cologne is to train and bus which costs €55 - €110 and takes 9h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Eichstätt to Cologne is to drive which takes 4h 32m and costs €60 - €95.

Is there a direct bus between Eichstätt and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Eichstätt to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Eichstätt Stadt and arriving at Köln via Kinding, Marktplatz, Nuremberg central bus station and Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Eichstätt and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Eichstätt to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Eichstaett Stadt and arriving at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Eichstätt Bahnhof and Nürnberg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 21m.

How far is it from Eichstätt to Cologne?

The distance between Eichstätt and Cologne is 497 km. The road distance is 444.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Eichstätt to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 6h 21m and costs €90 - €370.

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

It takes approximately 6h 21m to get from Eichstätt to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Eichstätt to Cologne bus from?

Eichstätt to Cologne bus services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Kinding, Marktplatz station.

Where do I catch the Eichstätt to Cologne train from?

Eichstätt to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Eichstätt Bahnhof station.

Train or bus from Eichstätt to Cologne?

The best way to get from Eichstätt to Cologne is to train which takes 6h 21m and costs €90 - €370. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 10h 34m.

Where does the Eichstätt to Cologne bus arrive?

Eichstätt to Cologne bus services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Nürnberg Hbf station.

Where does the Eichstätt to Cologne train arrive?

Eichstätt to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Nürnberg Hbf station.

Can I drive from Eichstätt to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Eichstätt to Cologne is 444 km. It takes approximately 4h 32m to drive from Eichstätt to Cologne.

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

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Eichstätt to Cologne - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 9 ways to get from Eichstätt to Cologne by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Eichstätt Bahnhof to Nürnberg Hbftrain Rb16
2. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 41 / ...
6h 21m
€93–363
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Eichstätt Bahnhof to Nürnberg Hbftrain Rb16
2. Take the bus from Nuremberg central bus station to Bonn UN Campusbus N280 / ...
9h 56m
€57–109
Drive 444.1 km
1. Drive from Eichstätt to Colognecar 444.1 km
4h 32m
€64–92
Bus to Munich International Airport, fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Take the bus from Ingolstadt, Nordbahnhof West to Flughafen Münchenbus
2. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane MUC - CGN
4h 30m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kinding, Marktplatz to Nürnberg Hbfbus Re1
2. Take the bus from Nuremberg central bus station to Frankfurt central train stationbus 084 / ...
3. Take the bus from Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB to Kölnbus
10h 34m
Bus to Munich International Airport, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take the bus from Ingolstadt, Nordbahnhof West to Flughafen Münchenbus
2. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane MUC - DUS
4h 58m
Bus to Munich International Airport, fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Take the bus from Ingolstadt, Nordbahnhof West to Flughafen Münchenbus
2. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane MUC - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain
4h 59m
Train to Nuremberg Airport, fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Take the train from Eichstätt Bahnhof to Nürnberg Hbftrain
2. Fly from Nuremberg Airport (NUE) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane NUE - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain
5h 48m
€145–337
Bus to Munich International Airport, fly to Münster Osnabrück International Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Ingolstadt, Nordbahnhof West to Flughafen Münchenbus
2. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Münster Osnabrück International Airport (FMO)plane MUC - FMO
3. Take the train from Münster Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbftrain
7h 5m

Eichstätt to Cologne by train

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Distance: 497 km
Duration: 6h 21m

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

You can take a train from Eichstaett Stadt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Eichstaett Bahnhof, Eichstätt Bahnhof, and Nürnberg Hbf in around 6h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Eichstätt Stadt to Köln via Kinding, Marktplatz, Nürnberg Hbf, Nuremberg central bus station, and Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB in around 10h 34m.

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