What is the cheapest way to get from Lübeck to Köln Hbf?

The cheapest way to get from Lübeck to Köln Hbf is to rideshare which costs €19 - €26 and takes 5h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lübeck to Köln Hbf?

The fastest way to get from Lübeck to Köln Hbf is to train and fly which takes 4h 7m and costs €100 - €290.

Is there a direct bus between Lübeck and Köln Hbf?

No, there is no direct bus from Lübeck to Köln Hbf. However, there are services departing from Lübeck and arriving at Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis via Osnabrück Hauptbahnhof/ZOB and Osnabrück Hannoversche Straße. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Lübeck and Köln Hbf?

No, there is no direct train from Lübeck to Köln Hbf. However, there are services departing from Lübeck Hbf and arriving at Köln Hbf via Hamburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.

How far is it from Lübeck to Köln Hbf?

The distance between Lübeck and Köln Hbf is 498 km. The road distance is 481.2 km.

How do I travel from Lübeck to Köln Hbf without a car?

The best way to get from Lübeck to Köln Hbf without a car is to train which takes 5h 21m and costs €90 - €370.

How long does it take to get from Lübeck to Köln Hbf?

It takes approximately 5h 21m to get from Lübeck to Köln Hbf, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lübeck to Köln Hbf bus from?

Lübeck to Köln Hbf bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Lübeck station.

Where do I catch the Lübeck to Köln Hbf train from?

Lübeck to Köln Hbf train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Lübeck Hbf station.

Train or bus from Lübeck to Köln Hbf?

The best way to get from Lübeck to Köln Hbf is to train which takes 5h 21m and costs €90 - €370. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 39m.

Where does the Lübeck to Köln Hbf bus arrive?

Lübeck to Köln Hbf bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Osnabrück central train station.

Where does the Lübeck to Köln Hbf train arrive?

Lübeck to Köln Hbf train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Hamburg Hbf station.

Can I drive from Lübeck to Köln Hbf?

Yes, the driving distance between Lübeck to Köln Hbf is 481 km. It takes approximately 4h 10m to drive from Lübeck to Köln Hbf.

How do I get a train ticket from Lübeck to Köln Hbf?

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Where can I stay near Köln Hbf?

There are 1862+ hotels available in Köln Hbf.

Can I share a ride from Lübeck to Köln Hbf?

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

Lübeck to Köln Hbf - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and rideshare

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There are 7 ways to get from Lübeck to Köln Hbf by train, bus, car, plane, or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lübeck Hbf to Hamburg Hbftrain Re8 / ...
2. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Köln Hbftrain 43 / ...
5h 21m
€90–366
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Lübeck to Colognerideshare 477.5 km
5h 12m
€19–26
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lübeck Hbf to Hamburg Hbftrain Re8
2. Take the bus from Hamburg to Dortmund central bus stationbus
3. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Koeln Messe/Deutztrain Re
7h 42m
Drive 481.2 km
1. Drive from Lübeck to Köln Hbfcar 481.2 km
4h 10m
€68–98
Train, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take the train from Lübeck Hbf to Hamburg Hbftrain
2. Fly from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane HAM - DUS
4h 7m
€104–289
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lübeck to Osnabrück central train stationbus N110
2. Take the bus from Osnabrück Hannoversche Straße to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleisbus Mykolayiv
8h 39m
Train, fly to Frankfurt
1. Take the train from Lübeck Hbf to Hamburg Hbftrain
2. Fly from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane HAM - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt Flughafen Fernb to Köln Hbftrain
4h 35m
€111–350

Lübeck to Köln Hbf by train

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Distance: 497.8 km
Duration: 5h 21m

What companies run services between Lübeck, Germany and Köln Hbf, Germany?

You can take a train from Lübeck Hbf to Köln Hbf via Hamburg Hbf in around 5h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lübeck to Köln Hbf via Osnabrück central train station, Osnabrück Hauptbahnhof/ZOB, Osnabrück Hannoversche Straße, Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis, and Köln Ehrenfeld Bf Ehrenfeld in around 8h 39m.

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