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

The cheapest way to get from Einsiedeln to Cologne is to bus which costs €65 - €100 and takes 8h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Einsiedeln to Cologne is to train and fly which takes 4h 52m and costs €85 - €250.

Is there a direct bus between Einsiedeln and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Einsiedeln station to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Zürich Bus Station and arriving at Köln via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Einsiedeln and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Einsiedeln to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Einsiedeln and arriving at Köln Hbf via Wädenswil and Zürich HB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 56m.

How far is it from Einsiedeln to Cologne?

The distance between Einsiedeln and Cologne is 614 km. The road distance is 566.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Einsiedeln to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 6h 56m and costs €210 - €650.

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

It takes approximately 6h 56m to get from Einsiedeln to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Einsiedeln to Cologne bus from?

Einsiedeln to Cologne bus services, operated by GrandBus, depart from Zürich Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Einsiedeln to Cologne train from?

Einsiedeln to Cologne train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Zürich HB station.

Train or bus from Einsiedeln to Cologne?

The best way to get from Einsiedeln to Cologne is to train which takes 6h 56m and costs €210 - €650. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €65 - €100 and takes 8h 42m.

Where does the Einsiedeln to Cologne bus arrive?

Einsiedeln to Cologne bus services, operated by GrandBus, arrive at Köln station.

Where does the Einsiedeln to Cologne train arrive?

Einsiedeln to Cologne train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Köln Hbf station.

Can I drive from Einsiedeln to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Einsiedeln to Cologne is 566 km. It takes approximately 5h 53m to drive from Einsiedeln to Cologne.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Zürich HB to Köln Hbftrain Ice
6h 56m
€213–640
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Zürich Bus Station to Kölnbus Ivano-Frankivsk
8h 42m
€66–97
Drive 566.3 km
1. Drive from Einsiedeln to Colognecar 566.3 km
5h 53m
€99–142
Train, fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Take the train from Einsiedeln to Wädenswiltrain
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane ZRH - CGN
4h 52m
€89–244
Bus via Bonn UN Campus
1. Take the bus from Zurich Bus Station to Bonn UN Campusbus FlixBus N11
12h 26m
€68–129
Train, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take the train from Einsiedeln to Wädenswiltrain
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane ZRH - DUS
3. Take the train from Düsseldorf Hbf to Köln Hbftrain
5h 32m
€98–291
Fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane ZRH - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain
5h 31m
€127–372

Einsiedeln to Cologne by train

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6h 56mAverage Duration

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Distance: 613.7 km
Duration: 6h 56m

What companies run services between Einsiedeln, Switzerland and Cologne, Germany?

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Zürich HB to Köln Hbf 3 times a week. Tickets cost €200–600 and the journey takes 5h 4m. Alternatively, GrandBus operates a bus from Zürich Bus Station to Köln once daily. Tickets cost €53–57 and the journey takes 6h 50m.

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