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

The cheapest way to get from Hildesheim to Cologne is to rideshare which costs €12 - €20 and takes 3h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hildesheim to Cologne is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Hildesheim and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Hildesheim station to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Hanover central bus station and arriving at Leverkusen via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Hildesheim and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Hildesheim to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Hildesheim Hbf and arriving at Köln Hbf via Hannover Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.

How far is it from Hildesheim to Cologne?

The distance between Hildesheim and Cologne is 331 km. The road distance is 305 km.

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

The best way to get from Hildesheim to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 3h 37m and costs €35 - €280.

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

It takes approximately 3h 37m to get from Hildesheim to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hildesheim to Cologne bus from?

Hildesheim to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Hanover central bus station.

Where do I catch the Hildesheim to Cologne train from?

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

Train or bus from Hildesheim to Cologne?

The best way to get from Hildesheim to Cologne is to train which takes 3h 37m and costs €35 - €280. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €45 - €110 and takes 7h 12m.

Where does the Hildesheim to Cologne bus arrive?

Hildesheim to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leverkusen station.

Where does the Hildesheim to Cologne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Hildesheim to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Hildesheim to Cologne is 305 km. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Hildesheim to Cologne.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1831+ hotels available in Cologne.

Can I share a ride from Hildesheim to Cologne?

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

Hildesheim to Cologne - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Hildesheim to Cologne by train, bus, car, plane, or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbftrain 19 / ...
3h 37m
€38–271
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Hildesheim to Colognerideshare 305.3 km
3h 34m
€12–20
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Hildesheim Hbf to Braunschweig Hbftrain Re
2. Take the bus from Braunschweig, Berliner Platz to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleisbus Mykolayiv
5h 17m
Drive 305 km
1. Drive from Hildesheim to Colognecar 305 km
2h 53m
€44–64
Fly to Düsseldorf International Airport, train
1. Fly from Hannover Airport (HAJ) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane HAJ - DUS
2. Take the train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Koeln Hbftrain
6h 14m
€159–394
Train via Herford
1. Take the train from Hildesheim Hbf to Herfordtrain Rb
2. Take the train from Herford to Koeln Hbftrain Re
5h 4m
€61–208
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hanover central bus station to Leverkusenbus N1327 / ...
7h 12m
€45–106
Fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Fly from Hannover Airport (HAJ) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane HAJ - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain
4h 6m
€148–401

Hildesheim to Cologne by train

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Distance: 330.8 km
Duration: 3h 37m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €50–210 and the journey takes 2h 41m. FlixTrain GmbH also services this route 5 times a day. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Hanover central bus station to Leverkusen twice daily. Tickets cost €24–40 and the journey takes 5h 5m.

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