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

The cheapest way to get from Norderstedt to Cologne is to train via Hamburg Central Station which costs €30 - €50 and takes 5h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Norderstedt to Cologne is to subway and fly and line 41 train which takes 3h 20m and costs €85 - €250.

Is there a direct bus between Norderstedt and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Norderstedt to Cologne. However, there are services departing from U Garstedt and arriving at Köln Heumarkt via U Niendorf Markt, Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof and Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Norderstedt and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Norderstedt to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Garstedt and arriving at Köln Hbf via Hamburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.

How far is it from Norderstedt to Cologne?

The distance between Norderstedt and Cologne is 456 km. The road distance is 432.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Norderstedt to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 5h 7m and costs €75 - €320.

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

It takes approximately 5h 7m to get from Norderstedt to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Norderstedt to Cologne bus from?

Norderstedt to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof station.

Where do I catch the Norderstedt to Cologne train from?

Norderstedt to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Hamburg Hbf station.

Train or bus from Norderstedt to Cologne?

The best way to get from Norderstedt to Cologne is to train which takes 5h 7m and costs €75 - €320. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €65 and takes 9h 54m.

Where does the Norderstedt to Cologne bus arrive?

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

Where does the Norderstedt to Cologne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Norderstedt to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Norderstedt to Cologne is 432 km. It takes approximately 3h 42m to drive from Norderstedt to Cologne.

Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1825+ hotels available in Cologne.

Norderstedt to Cologne - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, subway

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Köln Hbftrain 43 / ...
5h 7m
€79–315
Train via Hamburg Central Station
cheapest
1. Take the train from Hamburg Central Station to Cologne Central Stationtrain Flx20
5h 43m
€34–50
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof to Leverkusenbus N1360a
9h 54m
€35–63
Drive 432.3 km
1. Drive from Norderstedt to Colognecar 432.3 km
3h 42m
€62–90
Subway, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport, line 41 train
1. Take the subway from Garstedt to Langenhorn Marktsubway
2. Fly from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane HAM - DUS
3. Take the train from Düsseldorf Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain
3h 20m
€88–248
Fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Fly from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane HAM - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain
3h 35m
€114–317

Norderstedt to Cologne by subway and train

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Distance: 455.5 km
Duration: 5h 7m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Hamburg Hbf to Köln Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €75–310 and the journey takes 4h 1m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof to Leverkusen once daily. Tickets cost €30–55 and the journey takes 6h 45m.

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