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

The cheapest way to get from Orléans to Cologne is to bus which costs €60 - €95 and takes 11h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Orléans to Cologne is to train which takes 5h 40m and costs €230 - €380.

Is there a direct bus between Orléans and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Orléans to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Orléans and arriving at Köln Heumarkt via Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Orléans and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Orléans to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Orleans and arriving at Koeln Hbf via Gare d'Austerlitz and Paris Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.

How far is it from Orléans to Cologne?

The distance between Orléans and Cologne is 653 km. The road distance is 610.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Orléans to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 5h 40m and costs €230 - €380.

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

It takes approximately 5h 40m to get from Orléans to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Orléans to Cologne bus from?

Orléans to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Orléans station.

Where do I catch the Orléans to Cologne train from?

Orléans to Cologne train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Orleans station.

Train or bus from Orléans to Cologne?

The best way to get from Orléans to Cologne is to train which takes 5h 40m and costs €230 - €380. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €60 - €95 and takes 11h 57m.

Where does the Orléans to Cologne bus arrive?

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

Where does the Orléans to Cologne train arrive?

Orléans to Cologne train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Paris Austerlitz station.

Can I drive from Orléans to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Orléans to Cologne is 610 km. It takes approximately 5h 52m to drive from Orléans to Cologne.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Orléans to Cologne?

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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Orléans to Cologne - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Orléans to Cologne by train (Eurostar), bus, car, train, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Orleans to Paris Austerlitztrain Ter
2. Take the train from Paris Nord to Koeln Hbftrain Thalys
5h 40m
€236–379
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Orléans to Leverkusenbus N179
11h 57m
€60–95
Drive 610.2 km
1. Drive from Orléans to Colognecar 610.2 km
5h 52m
€115–166
Train, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take the train from Orleans to Paris Austerlitztrain
2. Fly from Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane CDG - DUS
6h 2m
€151–357
Train via Orleans
1. Take the train from Orleans to Paris Austerlitztrain Ter
2. Take the train from Paris Nord to Köln Hbftrain Tha
5h 49m
€121–379
Train, fly to Brussels Airport
1. Take the train from Orleans to Paris Austerlitztrain
2. Fly from Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Brussels Airport (BRU)plane CDG - BRU
3. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to Koeln Hbftrain
6h 32m
€203–423
Train, fly to Frankfurt
1. Take the train from Orleans to Paris Austerlitztrain
2. Fly from Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane CDG - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain
6h 51m
€133–314

Orléans to Cologne by train and subway

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5h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 652.8 km
Duration: 5h 40m

What companies run services between Orléans, France and Cologne, Germany?

You can take a train from Orleans to Koeln Hbf via Paris Austerlitz, Gare d'Austerlitz, Gare du Nord, and Paris Nord in around 5h 40m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Orléans to Leverkusen 4 times a week. Tickets cost €60–95 and the journey takes 10h 55m.

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