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

The cheapest way to get from Glarus to Cologne is to train and bus via Bonn UN Campus which costs €65 - €150 and takes 12h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Glarus to Cologne is to train and fly which takes 4h 47m and costs €95 - €270.

Is there a direct train between Glarus and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Glarus to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Glarus and arriving at Köln Hbf via Zürich HB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 7m.

How far is it from Glarus to Cologne?

The distance between Glarus and Cologne is 642 km. The road distance is 582.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Glarus to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 7h 7m and costs €220 - €700.

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

It takes approximately 7h 7m to get from Glarus to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Glarus to Cologne train from?

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

Where does the Glarus to Cologne train arrive?

Glarus to Cologne train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Zürich HB station.

Can I drive from Glarus to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Glarus to Cologne is 582 km. It takes approximately 6h 7m to drive from Glarus to Cologne.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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

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There are 7 ways to get from Glarus to Cologne by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glarus to Zürich HBtrain S25
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Köln Hbftrain Ice
7h 7m
€224–667
Train, bus via Bonn UN Campus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Glarus to Zürich HBtrain S25
2. Take the bus from Zurich Bus Station to Bonn UN Campusbus FlixBus N11
12h 21m
€68–143
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Glarus to Zürich HBtrain S25
2. Take the bus from Zürich Bus Station to Kölnbus Ivano-Frankivsk
8h 53m
€78–125
Drive 582.2 km
1. Drive from Glarus to Colognecar 582.2 km
6h 7m
€103–148
Train, fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Take the train from Glarus to Zürich HBtrain
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane ZRH - CGN
4h 47m
€99–269
Train, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take the train from Glarus to Zürich HBtrain
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane ZRH - DUS
3. Take the train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Koeln Hbftrain
5h 41m
€113–321
Train, fly to Frankfurt
1. Take the train from Glarus to Zürich HBtrain
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane ZRH - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain
5h 23m
€142–388

Glarus to Cologne by train

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7h 7mAverage Duration

€224Cheapest Price

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Distance: 641.8 km
Duration: 7h 7m

What companies run services between Glarus, Canton of Glarus, Switzerland and Cologne, Germany?

You can take a train from Glarus to Köln Hbf via Zürich HB in around 7h 7m.

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