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

The cheapest way to get from Helmstedt to Cologne is to drive which costs €50 - €80 and takes 3h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Helmstedt to Cologne is to drive which takes 3h 11m and costs €50 - €80.

Is there a direct bus between Helmstedt and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Helmstedt to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Braunschweig, Berliner Platz and arriving at Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Helmstedt and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Helmstedt, Bahnhof and arriving at Köln Hbf. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 5m.

How far is it from Helmstedt to Cologne?

The distance between Helmstedt and Cologne is 398 km. The road distance is 382.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Helmstedt to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 4h 5m and costs €70 - €300.

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

The train from Helmstedt, Bahnhof to Cologne Hbf takes 4h 5m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Helmstedt to Cologne bus from?

Helmstedt to Cologne bus services, operated by OrionBus, depart from Braunschweig, Berliner Platz station.

Where do I catch the Helmstedt to Cologne train from?

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

Train or bus from Helmstedt to Cologne?

The best way to get from Helmstedt to Cologne is to train which takes 4h 5m and costs €70 - €300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 12m.

Where does the Helmstedt to Cologne bus arrive?

Helmstedt to Cologne bus services, operated by OrionBus, arrive at Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis station.

Where does the Helmstedt to Cologne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Helmstedt to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Helmstedt to Cologne is 383 km. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from Helmstedt to Cologne.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Helmstedt to Cologne?

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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best
1. Take the train from Helmstedt, Bahnhof to Köln Hbftrain 55
4h 5m
€70–300
Drive 382.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Helmstedt to Colognecar 382.8 km
3h 11m
€55–79
Bus
1. Take the bus from Braunschweig, Berliner Platz to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleisbus Mykolayiv
5h 12m
Train via Braunschweig
1. Take the train from Braunschweig, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbftrain 10 / ...
4h 42m
€71–296
Train via Löhne
1. Take the train from Weddel(Braunschw) to Hildesheim Hbftrain Re
2. Take the train from Hildesheim Hbf to Loehne(Westf)train Rb
3. Take the train from Loehne(Westf) to Koeln Hbftrain Re
6h 32m

Helmstedt to Cologne by train

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Distance: 397.6 km
Duration: 4h 5m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Helmstedt, Bahnhof to Köln Hbf twice daily. Tickets cost €70–300 and the journey takes 4h 5m. Alternatively, OrionBus operates a bus from Braunschweig, Berliner Platz to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis once daily, and the journey takes 3h 50m.

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