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

The cheapest way to get from Heide to Cologne is to train via Hamburg which costs €50 - €85 and takes 7h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Heide to Cologne is to drive which takes 4h 19m and costs €70 - €110.

Is there a direct train between Heide and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Heide(Holst) and arriving at Köln Hbf. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 51m.

How far is it from Heide to Cologne?

The distance between Heide and Cologne is 570 km. The road distance is 516.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Heide to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 5h 51m and costs €100 - €400.

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

The train from Heide(Holst) to Köln Hbf takes 5h 51m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Heide to Cologne train from?

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

Where does the Heide to Cologne train arrive?

Heide to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Köln Hbf station.

Can I drive from Heide to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Heide to Cologne is 516 km. It takes approximately 4h 19m to drive from Heide to Cologne.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Heide(Holst) to Köln Hbftrain 33
5h 51m
€100–400
Train via Hamburg #2
cheapest
1. Take the train from Heide(Holst) to Hamburg-Altonatrain Re6 / ...
2. Take the train from Hamburg Central Station to Cologne Central Stationtrain Flx20
7h 6m
€53–83
Drive 516.1 km
1. Drive from Heide to Colognecar 516.1 km
4h 19m
€74–107
Train to Hamburg Airport, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take the train from Heide(Holst) to Hamburg-Altonatrain
2. Fly from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane HAM - DUS
5h 29m
€107–279
Train via Hamburg
1. Take the train from Heide(Holst) to Itzehoetrain Re6
2. Take the train from Itzehoe to Hamburg Hbftrain Rb
3. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Köln Hbftrain 43 / ...
6h 41m
€102–401
Train to Hamburg Airport, fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Take the train from Heide(Holst) to Hamburg-Altonatrain
2. Fly from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane HAM - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain
5h 44m
€134–348
Train to Westerland, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take the train from Heide(Holst) to Westerland(Sylt) ZOB/Bahnhoftrain
2. Fly from Westerland (GWT) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane GWT - DUS
5h 54m
€128–500

Heide to Cologne by train

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Distance: 570.3 km
Duration: 5h 51m

What companies run services between Heide, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany and Cologne, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Heide(Holst) to Köln Hbf twice daily. Tickets cost €100–400 and the journey takes 5h 51m.

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