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

The cheapest way to get from Neumünster to Cologne is to train via Hamburg which costs €35 - €75 and takes 6h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Neumünster to Cologne is to drive which takes 4h 3m and costs €65 - €100.

Is there a direct bus between Neumünster and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Neumünster to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Neumünster Bahnhof(Kaiserstraße) and arriving at Köln Heumarkt via Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof and Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Neumünster and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Neumünster to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Neumünster and arriving at Köln Hbf via Hamburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.

How far is it from Neumünster to Cologne?

The distance between Neumünster and Cologne is 513 km. The road distance is 476 km.

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

The best way to get from Neumünster to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 5h 25m and costs €85 - €190.

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

It takes approximately 5h 25m to get from Neumünster to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Neumünster to Cologne bus from?

Neumünster to Cologne bus services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Neumünster Bahnhof(Kaiserstraße) station.

Where do I catch the Neumünster to Cologne train from?

Neumünster to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Neumünster station.

Train or bus from Neumünster to Cologne?

The best way to get from Neumünster to Cologne is to train which takes 5h 25m and costs €85 - €190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 57m.

Where does the Neumünster to Cologne bus arrive?

Neumünster to Cologne bus services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Hauptbahnhof/ZOB station.

Where does the Neumünster to Cologne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Neumünster to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Neumünster to Cologne is 476 km. It takes approximately 4h 3m to drive from Neumünster to Cologne.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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There are 6 ways to get from Neumünster to Cologne by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Neumünster to Hamburg Hbftrain Re70 / ...
2. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Köln Hbftrain 43 / ...
5h 25m
€86–188
Train via Hamburg
cheapest
1. Take the train from Neumünster to Hamburg Hbftrain Re70 / ...
2. Take the train from Hamburg Central Station to Cologne Central Stationtrain Flx20
6h 1m
€36–73
Bus
1. Take the bus from Neumünster Bahnhof(Kaiserstraße) to Hauptbahnhof/ZOBbus Re7x / ...
2. Take the bus from Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof to Leverkusenbus N1360a
9h 57m
Drive 476 km
1. Drive from Neumünster to Colognecar 476 km
4h 3m
€70–100
Bus, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take the bus from Neumünster ZOB/Bahnhof to S Hamburg Airportbus
2. Fly from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane HAM - DUS
3h 49m
Bus, fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Take the bus from Neumünster ZOB/Bahnhof to S Hamburg Airportbus
2. Fly from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane HAM - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain
4h 11m

Neumünster to Cologne by train

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5h 25mAverage Duration

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Distance: 513.4 km
Duration: 5h 25m

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

You can take a train from Neumünster to Köln Hbf via Hamburg Hbf in around 5h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Neumünster Bahnhof(Kaiserstraße) to Köln Heumarkt via Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof, Leverkusen, and Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bf in around 9h 57m.

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