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 to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Eisenach and arriving at Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis via Dortmund. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Eisenach and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Eisenach Hbf and arriving at Köln Hbf. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 34m.

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 via Frankfurt am Main which takes 3h 39m and costs €65 - €300.

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

It takes approximately 3h 39m 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 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 via Frankfurt am Main which takes 3h 39m and costs €65 - €300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 58m.

Where does the Eisenach to Cologne bus arrive?

Eisenach to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Dortmund central bus 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 1762+ 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.

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Train via Frankfurt am Main
best
1. Take the train from Eisenach Hbf to Frankfurttrain 50 / ...
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 41 / ...
3h 39m
€67–293
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Eisenach to Colognerideshare 301.1 km
3h 23m
€12–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from Eisenach to Dortmund central bus stationbus N1314
2. Take the bus from Dortmund to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleisbus Mykolayiv
5h 58m
Drive 301.4 km
1. Drive from Eisenach to Colognecar 301.4 km
2h 42m
€43–63
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Eisenach Hbf to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane FRA - DUS
4h 45m
€140–321
Train
1. Take the train from Eisenach Hbf to Köln Hbftrain 51
4h 34m
€75–330

Eisenach to Cologne by train

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Distance: 377.2 km
Duration: 3h 39m

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 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Eisenach to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis via Dortmund central bus station and Dortmund in around 5h 58m.

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