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

The cheapest way to get from Latvia to Cologne is to bus which costs €100 - €230 and takes 31h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Latvia to Cologne is to fly which takes 5h 7m and costs €80 - €370.

Is there a direct bus between Latvia and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Rīga and arriving at Köln. Services depart twice a week, and operate Monday and Friday. The journey takes approximately 31h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Latvia and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Latvia to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Riga-Pasazieru and arriving at Köln Hbf via Vilniaus geležinkelio stotis, Krakow Glowny and S+U Gesundbrunnen Bhf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 32h 13m.

How far is it from Latvia to Cologne?

The distance between Latvia and Cologne is 1341 km. The road distance is 1684 km.

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

The best way to get from Latvia to Cologne without a car is to bus and train which takes 24h 39m and costs €130 - €600.

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

It takes approximately 5h 31m to get from Latvia to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Latvia to Cologne bus from?

Latvia to Cologne bus services, operated by Ecolines RU, depart from Riga Central Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Latvia to Cologne train from?

Latvia to Cologne train services, operated by LTG Link, depart from Riga-Pasazieru station.

Train, bus or fly from Latvia to Cologne?

The best way to get from Latvia to Cologne is to fly which takes 5h 31m and costs €95 - €260. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €250 - €850 and takes 32h 13m, you could also bus via Kaliningrad, which costs €130 - €260 and takes 30h 16m.

Where does the Latvia to Cologne bus arrive?

Latvia to Cologne bus services, operated by Ecolines RU, arrive at Kaliningrad Bus station.

What is the time difference between Latvia and Cologne?

Cologne is 1h behind Latvia. It is currently 12:30 PM in Latvia and 11:30 AM in Cologne.

Where does the Latvia to Cologne train arrive?

Latvia to Cologne train services, operated by LTG Link, arrive at Vilnius station.

Can I drive from Latvia to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Latvia to Cologne is 1684 km. It takes approximately 17h 49m to drive from Latvia to Cologne.

Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1820+ hotels available in Cologne.

Latvia to Cologne - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 9 ways to get from Latvia to Cologne by plane, bus, train, or car

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Fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
best
1. Fly from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane RIX - DUS
5h 31m
€97–255
Fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane RIX - CGN
5h 7m
€83–363
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Riga, Bus Station to Berlin Südkreuz train stationbus N1224
2. Take the train from S Spandau Bhf to Köln Hbftrain 19 / ...
24h 39m
€136–585
Train
1. Take the train from Riga-Pasazieru to Vilniustrain 12
2. Take the train from Vilniaus geležinkelio stotis to Kraków Głównytrain
3. Take the train from Krakow Glowny to Berlin Gesundbrunnentrain Ic
4. Take the train from S+U Gesundbrunnen Bhf to Köln Hbftrain 14
32h 13m
€252–852
Drive 1,684 km
1. Drive from Riga to Colognecar 1,684 km
17h 49m
€262–378
Fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Fly from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane RIX - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain
5h 55m
€126–431
Fly to Brussels Airport, train
1. Fly from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Brussels Airport (BRU)plane RIX - BRU
2. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to Koeln Hbftrain
7h 36m
€133–445
Bus via Kaliningrad
1. Take the bus from Riga Central Bus Station to Kaliningrad Bus stationbus
2. Take the bus from Kaliningrad Bus station to Köln/Bonn Airportbus 909
30h 16m
€136–252
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rīga to Kölnbus 846421
31h 25m
€100–230

Latvia to Cologne by bus and train

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Distance: 1,340.7 km
Duration: 5h 31m

What companies run services between Latvia and Cologne, Germany?

Air Baltic, Scandinavian Airlines, and three other airlines fly from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Riga-Pasazieru to Köln Hbf via Vilniaus geležinkelio stotis, Kraków Główny, Krakow Glowny, Berlin Gesundbrunnen, and S+U Gesundbrunnen Bhf in around 32h 13m.

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