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

The cheapest way to get from Esslingen to Cologne is to train via Oberwesel which costs €50 - €75 and takes 6h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Esslingen to Cologne is to train which takes 2h 20m and costs €60 - €250.

Is there a direct train between Esslingen and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Esslingen and arriving at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 20m.

How far is it from Esslingen to Cologne?

The distance between Esslingen and Cologne is 353 km. The road distance is 357.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Esslingen to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 2h 20m and costs €60 - €250.

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

The train from Esslingen to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf takes 2h 20m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Esslingen to Cologne train from?

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

Train or fly from Esslingen to Cologne?

The best way to get from Esslingen to Cologne is to train which takes 2h 20m and costs €60 - €250. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs €110 - €330 and takes 4h 58m.

Where does the Esslingen to Cologne train arrive?

Esslingen to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.

Can I drive from Esslingen to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Esslingen to Cologne is 358 km. It takes approximately 3h 42m to drive from Esslingen to Cologne.

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

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Esslingen to Cologne - 6 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Esslingen to Cologne by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Esslingen to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 47 / ...
2h 20m
€60–250
Drive 357.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Esslingen to Colognecar 357.6 km
3h 42m
€52–75
Fly Stuttgart Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Fly from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane STR - CGN
4h 58m
€119–329
Train via Oberwesel
1. Take the train from Esslingen to Oberwesel Bahnhoftrain Drf
2. Take the train from Oberwesel Bahnhof to Köln Süd Bftrain Rb26
6h 47m
€54–71
Train to Frankfurt, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Esslingen to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane FRA - DUS
3. Take the train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Koeln Hbftrain
4h 23m
€139–324
Train to Munich International Airport, fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Take the train from Esslingen to München Hbftrain
2. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane MUC - CGN
5h 11m
€105–391

Esslingen to Cologne by train

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Distance: 352.8 km
Duration: 2h 20m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Esslingen to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf hourly. Tickets cost €60–250 and the journey takes 2h 20m. Alternatively, Swiss, Eurowings, and two other airlines fly from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) every 4 hours.

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