What is the cheapest way to get from Esch-sur-Alzette to Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Esch-sur-Alzette to Cologne is to drive which costs €30 - €45 and takes 2h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Esch-sur-Alzette to Cologne?

The fastest way to get from Esch-sur-Alzette to Cologne is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Esch-sur-Alzette and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Esch-sur-Alzette to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Esch-sur-Alzette, Gare routière and arriving at Bonn UN Campus via Luxembourg and Trier central train station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Esch-sur-Alzette and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Esch-sur-Alzette to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Esch-sur-Alzette, Gare and arriving at Koeln Sued via Luxembourg, Gare Centrale, Trier, Hauptbahnhof and Koblenz Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 54m.

How far is it from Esch-sur-Alzette to Cologne?

The distance between Esch-sur-Alzette and Cologne is 270 km. The road distance is 211 km.

How do I travel from Esch-sur-Alzette to Cologne without a car?

The best way to get from Esch-sur-Alzette to Cologne without a car is to train via Koblenz which takes 4h 54m and costs €45 - €140.

How long does it take to get from Esch-sur-Alzette to Cologne?

It takes approximately 4h 54m to get from Esch-sur-Alzette to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Esch-sur-Alzette to Cologne bus from?

Esch-sur-Alzette to Cologne bus services, operated by Luxembourg Railways (CFL), depart from Luxembourg station.

Where do I catch the Esch-sur-Alzette to Cologne train from?

Esch-sur-Alzette to Cologne train services, operated by Luxembourg Railways (CFL), depart from Luxembourg, Gare Centrale station.

Train or bus from Esch-sur-Alzette to Cologne?

The best way to get from Esch-sur-Alzette to Cologne is to train via Koblenz which takes 4h 54m and costs €45 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 32m.

Where does the Esch-sur-Alzette to Cologne bus arrive?

Esch-sur-Alzette to Cologne bus services, operated by Luxembourg Railways (CFL), arrive at Trier, Hauptbahnhof station.

Where does the Esch-sur-Alzette to Cologne train arrive?

Esch-sur-Alzette to Cologne train services, operated by Luxembourg Railways (CFL), arrive at Trier, Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Esch-sur-Alzette to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Esch-sur-Alzette to Cologne is 211 km. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Esch-sur-Alzette to Cologne.

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Esch-sur-Alzette to Cologne - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Esch-sur-Alzette to Cologne by train, bus, or car

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Train via Koblenz
best
1. Take the train from Luxembourg, Gare Centrale to Trier, Hauptbahnhoftrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Trier, Hauptbahnhof to Koblenz Hauptbahnhoftrain 11 / ...
3. Take the train from Koblenz Hbf to Koeln Suedtrain Re
4h 54m
€45–132
Drive 211 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Esch-sur-Alzette to Colognecar 211 km
2h 20m
€30–44
Bus
1. Take the bus from Luxembourg to Trier, Hauptbahnhofbus L32 / ...
2. Take the bus from Trier central train station to Bonn UN Campusbus N1327
5h 32m
Train
1. Take the train from Luxembourg, Gare Centrale to Trier, Hauptbahnhoftrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Trier, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Süd Bftrain Re22
5h 17m
€45–87
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Luxembourg to Trier, Hauptbahnhofbus L32 / ...
2. Take the train from Trier, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Süd Bftrain Re22
5h 21m

Esch-sur-Alzette to Cologne by train

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Distance: 270 km
Duration: 4h 54m

What companies run services between Esch-sur-Alzette, Luxembourg and Cologne, Germany?

You can take a train from Esch-sur-Alzette, Gare to Koeln Sued via Luxembourg, Gare Centrale, Trier, Hauptbahnhof, and Koblenz Hbf in around 4h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Esch-sur-Alzette, Gare routière to Koeln Sued via Luxembourg, Gare Centrale routière, Luxembourg, Trier, Hauptbahnhof, Trier central train station, Bonn UN Campus, and Bonn Un Campus in around 5h 32m.

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