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

The cheapest way to get from Plovdiv to Cologne is to train and fly which costs €80 - €260 and takes 7h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Plovdiv to Cologne is to train and fly which takes 7h 51m and costs €80 - €260.

Is there a direct bus between Plovdiv and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Plovdiv station to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Plovdiv Bus Station South and arriving at Köln via Nürnberg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 41h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Plovdiv and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Plovdiv to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Plovdiv and arriving at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Dimitrovgrad, Bucuresti Nord, Hegyeshalom and München Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 35h 18m.

How far is it from Plovdiv to Cologne?

The distance between Plovdiv and Cologne is 1698 km. The road distance is 2004.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Plovdiv to Cologne without a car is to bus and train which takes 29h 2m and costs €220 - €650.

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

It takes approximately 7h 51m to get from Plovdiv to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Plovdiv to Cologne bus from?

Plovdiv to Cologne bus services, operated by Arda Tur, depart from Plovdiv Bus Station South.

Where do I catch the Plovdiv to Cologne train from?

Plovdiv to Cologne train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), depart from Plovdiv station.

Where does the Plovdiv to Cologne bus arrive?

Plovdiv to Cologne bus services, operated by Arda Tur, arrive at Nuremberg Central Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Plovdiv and Cologne?

Cologne is 1h behind Plovdiv. It is currently 4:20 PM in Plovdiv and 3:20 PM in Cologne.

Where does the Plovdiv to Cologne train arrive?

Plovdiv to Cologne train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), arrive at Dimitrovgrad station.

Can I drive from Plovdiv to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Plovdiv to Cologne is 2004 km. It takes approximately 17h 49m to drive from Plovdiv to Cologne.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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Plovdiv to Cologne - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and night train

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

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Train, fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
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1. Take the train from Plovdiv to Iskarsko Shosetrain
2. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane SOF - CGN
7h 51m
€80–257
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Plovdiv Central Train Station Bus Stop to München Hbfbus
2. Take the train from München Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 47 / ...
29h 2m
€225–650
Train, night train
1. Take the train from Plovdiv to Dimitrovgradtrain Re / ...
2. Take the night train from Dimitrovgrad to Bucharestnighttrain
3. Take the night train from Bucuresti Nord to Hegyeshalomnighttrain
4. Take the train from Hegyeshalom to Muenchen Hbf Gl.5-10train Rjx
5. Take the train from München Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 47 / ...
35h 18m
€205–581
Drive 2,004.2 km
1. Drive from Plovdiv to Colognecar 2,004.2 km
17h 49m
€286–413
Train, fly to Frankfurt
1. Take the train from Plovdiv to Iskarsko Shosetrain
2. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane SOF - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain
8h 30m
€118–355
Train, fly to Dortmund Airport
1. Take the train from Plovdiv to Iskarsko Shosetrain
2. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Dortmund Airport (DTM)plane SOF - DTM
3. Take the train from Holzwickede to Koeln Hbftrain
9h 34m
Train, fly to Eindhoven Airport
1. Take the train from Plovdiv to Iskarsko Shosetrain
2. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Eindhoven Airport (EIN)plane SOF - EIN
3. Take the train from Eindhoven Centraal to Venlotrain
4. Take the train from Venlo to Köln Hbftrain
11h 24m
€83–368
Bus
1. Take the bus from Plovdiv Bus Station South to Nuremberg Central Bus Stationbus Arda-Tur
2. Take the bus from Nürnberg to Kölnbus Ivano-Frankivsk
41h 17m
Drive, car train
1. Drive from Plovdiv to Salzburg Hbfcar
2. Take the car train from Salzburg Hbf to Fuldacartrain
3. Drive from Fulda to Colognecar
21h 16m
€344–487

Sofia Airport (SOF) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) flights

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4h 55mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,697.6 km
Duration: 7h 51m

What companies run services between Plovdiv, Bulgaria and Cologne, Germany?

You can take a bus from Plovdiv Bus Station South to Köln via Nürnberg in around 41h 17m.

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