What is the cheapest way to get from Nuremberg Central Station to Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Nuremberg Central Station to Cologne is to rideshare which costs €12 - €25 and takes 4h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Nuremberg Central Station to Cologne?

The fastest way to get from Nuremberg Central Station to Cologne is to fly and train which takes 3h 12m and costs €120 - €300.

Is there a direct bus between Nuremberg Central Station and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Nuremberg and arriving at Köln Hbf. Services depart once daily, and operate Wednesday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 6h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Nuremberg Central Station and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Nürnberg Hbf and arriving at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 14m.

How far is it from Nuremberg Central Station to Cologne?

The distance between Nuremberg Central Station and Cologne is 402 km. The road distance is 405.3 km.

How do I travel from Nuremberg Central Station to Cologne without a car?

The best way to get from Nuremberg Central Station to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs €70 - €320.

How long does it take to get from Nuremberg Central Station to Cologne?

The train from Nürnberg Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf takes 3h 14m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Nuremberg Central Station to Cologne bus from?

Nuremberg Central Station to Cologne bus services, operated by SARVALTEH AUTO, depart from Nuremberg station.

Where do I catch the Nuremberg Central Station to Cologne train from?

Nuremberg Central Station to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Nürnberg Hbf station.

Train, bus or fly from Nuremberg Central Station to Cologne?

The best way to get from Nuremberg Central Station to Cologne is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs €70 - €320. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €16 - €35 and takes 6h 29m, you could also fly, which costs €100 - €290 and takes 4h 38m.

Where does the Nuremberg Central Station to Cologne bus arrive?

Nuremberg Central Station to Cologne bus services, operated by SARVALTEH AUTO, arrive at Köln Hbf station.

Where does the Nuremberg Central Station to Cologne train arrive?

Nuremberg Central Station to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.

Can I drive from Nuremberg Central Station to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Nuremberg Central Station to Cologne is 405 km. It takes approximately 3h 30m to drive from Nuremberg Central Station to Cologne.

How do I get a train ticket from Nuremberg Central Station to Cologne?

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1855+ hotels available in Cologne.

Can I share a ride from Nuremberg Central Station to Cologne?

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

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There are 11 ways to get from Nuremberg Central Station to Cologne by train, bus, car, plane, or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 41 / ...
3h 14m
€70–320
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Nuremberg to Colognerideshare 403.6 km
4h 42m
€12–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nuremberg to Köln Hbfbus
6h 29m
€16–35
Drive 405.3 km
1. Drive from Nuremberg Central Station to Colognecar 405.3 km
3h 30m
€58–84
Fly Nuremberg Airport to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Fly from Nuremberg Airport (NUE) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane NUE - DUS
4h 38m
€108–282
Bus via Frankfurt am Main
1. Take the bus from Nuremberg central bus station to Frankfurt central train stationbus N161 / ...
2. Take the bus from Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB to Kölnbus Ivano-Frankivsk
7h 12m
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Nürnberg to Kölnbus Ivano-Frankivsk
13h 26m
Fly Nuremberg Airport to Frankfurt, train
1. Fly from Nuremberg Airport (NUE) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane NUE - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain
3h 12m
€122–293
Train to Munich International Airport, fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to München Hbftrain
2. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane MUC - CGN
4h 37m
€111–361
Train to Frankfurt, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane FRA - DUS
4h 59m
€144–343
Train to Munich International Airport, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to München Hbftrain
2. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane MUC - DUS
5h 8m
€125–388

Nuremberg Central Station to Cologne by train

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Distance: 402.2 km
Duration: 3h 14m

What companies run services between Nuremberg Central Station, Germany and Cologne, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Nürnberg Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf hourly. Tickets cost €70–320 and the journey takes 3h 14m. Alternatively, SARVALTEH AUTO operates a bus from Nuremberg to Köln Hbf once daily. Tickets cost €16–35 and the journey takes 6h 17m.

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