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

The cheapest way to get from Eisenach to Cologne is to rideshare which costs €12 - €19 and takes 3h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Eisenach to Cologne is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Eisenach and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Eisenach station to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Eisenach central bus station and arriving at Köln Heumarkt via Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Eisenach and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Eisenach to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Eisenach Hbf and arriving at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Frankfurt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.

How far is it from Eisenach to Cologne?

The distance between Eisenach and Cologne is 377 km. The road distance is 301.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Eisenach to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 3h 19m and costs €65 - €230.

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

It takes approximately 3h 19m to get from Eisenach to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Eisenach to Cologne bus from?

Eisenach to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Eisenach central bus station.

Where do I catch the Eisenach to Cologne train from?

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

Train or bus from Eisenach to Cologne?

The best way to get from Eisenach to Cologne is to train which takes 3h 19m and costs €65 - €230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €24 - €40 and takes 5h 32m.

Where does the Eisenach to Cologne bus arrive?

Eisenach to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leverkusen station.

Where does the Eisenach to Cologne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Eisenach to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Eisenach to Cologne is 301 km. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Eisenach to Cologne.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1823+ hotels available in Cologne.

Can I share a ride from Eisenach to Cologne?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Eisenach and Cologne. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Eisenach to Cologne - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and rideshare

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There are 6 ways to get from Eisenach to Cologne by train, bus, car, or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Eisenach Hbf to Frankfurttrain 50 / ...
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 41 / ...
3h 19m
€66–228
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Eisenach to Colognerideshare 301.1 km
3h 23m
€12–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from Eisenach central bus station to Leverkusenbus 020
5h 32m
€24–40
Drive 301.4 km
1. Drive from Eisenach to Colognecar 301.4 km
2h 42m
€44–63
Train via Cologne Hbf
1. Take the train from Eisenach Hbf to Frankfurttrain 50 / ...
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Hbftrain 79 / ...
3h 31m
€66–228
Train #2
1. Take the train from Eisenach West to Bebra Bahnhoftrain Rb6
2. Take the train from Bebra Bahnhof to Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhetrain Rb5 / ...
3. Take the train from Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe to Kamentrain Re
4. Take the train from Kamen to Koeln Hbftrain Re
6h 54m

Eisenach to Cologne by train

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Distance: 377.2 km
Duration: 3h 19m

What companies run services between Eisenach, Thuringia, Germany and Cologne, Germany?

You can take a train from Eisenach Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Frankfurt in around 3h 19m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Eisenach central bus station to Leverkusen 5 times a week. Tickets cost €24–40 and the journey takes 4h 30m.

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