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

The cheapest way to get from Hammelburg to Cologne is to rideshare which costs €19 and takes 3h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hammelburg to Cologne is to drive which takes 3h 2m and costs €40 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Hammelburg and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Hammelburg to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Hammelburg Friedhofstr. and arriving at Köln via Schweinfurt central train station and Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Hammelburg and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Hammelburg to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Hammelburg Ost and arriving at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Gemünden and Aschaffenburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.

How far is it from Hammelburg to Cologne?

The distance between Hammelburg and Cologne is 302 km. The road distance is 291.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Hammelburg to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 4h 2m and costs €130 - €300.

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

It takes approximately 4h 2m to get from Hammelburg to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hammelburg to Cologne bus from?

Hammelburg to Cologne bus services, operated by Verkehrsverbund Großraum Nürnberg (VGN), depart from Hammelburg Friedhofstr. station.

Where do I catch the Hammelburg to Cologne train from?

Hammelburg to Cologne train services, operated by Preßnitztalbahn, depart from Hammelburg Ost station.

Train or bus from Hammelburg to Cologne?

The best way to get from Hammelburg to Cologne is to train which takes 4h 2m and costs €130 - €300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 56m.

Where does the Hammelburg to Cologne bus arrive?

Hammelburg to Cologne bus services, operated by Verkehrsverbund Großraum Nürnberg (VGN), arrive at Schweinfurt Hbf station.

Where does the Hammelburg to Cologne train arrive?

Hammelburg to Cologne train services, operated by Preßnitztalbahn, arrive at Gemuenden(Main) station.

Can I drive from Hammelburg to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Hammelburg to Cologne is 292 km. It takes approximately 3h 2m to drive from Hammelburg to Cologne.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1853+ hotels available in Cologne.

Can I share a ride from Hammelburg to Cologne?

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Hammelburg Ost to Gemuenden(Main)train Rb
2. Take the train from Gemünden to Aschaffenburg Hbftrain
3. Take the train from Aschaffenburg Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 41
4h 2m
€130–291
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Hammelburg to Colognerideshare 291.4 km
3h 36m
€19
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hammelburg Friedhofstr. to Schweinfurt Hbfbus 747
2. Take the bus from Schweinfurt central train station to Frankfurt central train stationbus 068
3. Take the bus from Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB to Kölnbus
6h 56m
Train via Frankfurt am Main
1. Take the train from Hammelburg Ost to Gemuenden(Main)train Rb
2. Take the train from Gemünden to Frankfurttrain
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Hbftrain 79 / ...
4h 24m
€131–270
Train via Frankfurt am Main #2
1. Take the train from Gemünden to Frankfurttrain Re54 / ...
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Hbftrain Ice / ...
4h 49m
€121–175
Drive 291.6 km
1. Drive from Hammelburg to Colognecar 291.6 km
3h 2m
€42–60

Hammelburg to Cologne by train

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4h 2mAverage Duration

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Distance: 301.9 km
Duration: 4h 2m

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

You can take a train from Hammelburg Ost to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Gemünden and Aschaffenburg Hbf in around 4h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hammelburg Friedhofstr. to Köln via Schweinfurt central train station and Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB in around 6h 56m.

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