What is the cheapest way to get from Prague to Köln Hbf?

The cheapest way to get from Prague to Köln Hbf is to bus which costs €40 - €70 and takes 9h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Prague to Köln Hbf?

The fastest way to get from Prague to Köln Hbf is to fly which takes 4h 8m and costs €70 - €240.

Is there a direct bus between Prague and Köln Hbf?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Praha Hlavní nádraží and arriving at Köln. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 18h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Prague and Köln Hbf?

No, there is no direct train from Prague to Köln Hbf. However, there are services departing from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi and arriving at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Schwandorf and Nürnberg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 53m.

How far is it from Prague to Köln Hbf?

The distance between Prague and Köln Hbf is 607 km. The road distance is 659.1 km.

How do I travel from Prague to Köln Hbf without a car?

The best way to get from Prague to Köln Hbf without a car is to bus which takes 9h 44m and costs €40 - €70.

How long does it take to get from Prague to Köln Hbf?

It takes approximately 4h 37m to get from Prague to Köln Hbf, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Prague to Köln Hbf bus from?

Prague to Köln Hbf bus services, operated by RegioJet, depart from Prague Florenc Central Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Prague to Köln Hbf train from?

Prague to Köln Hbf train services, operated by ÖBB EuroCity, depart from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi station.

Train, bus or fly from Prague to Köln Hbf?

The best way to get from Prague to Köln Hbf is to bus which takes 9h 44m and costs €40 - €70. Alternatively, you can train via Nuremberg, which costs €120 - €230 and takes 9h 53m, you could also fly, which costs €70 - €240 and takes 4h 8m.

Where does the Prague to Köln Hbf bus arrive?

Prague to Köln Hbf bus services, operated by RegioJet, arrive at Cologne / Bonn Airport Busterminal station.

Where does the Prague to Köln Hbf train arrive?

Prague to Köln Hbf train services, operated by ÖBB EuroCity, arrive at Schwandorf station.

Can I drive from Prague to Köln Hbf?

Yes, the driving distance between Prague to Köln Hbf is 659 km. It takes approximately 6h 18m to drive from Prague to Köln Hbf.

How do I get a train ticket from Prague to Köln Hbf?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Prague to Köln Hbf?

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Where can I stay near Köln Hbf?

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Prague to Köln Hbf - 12 ways to travel via train, subway, plane, bus, and car

There are 12 ways to get from Prague to Köln Hbf by subway, plane, train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Subway to Václav Havel Airport Prague, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport, train
best
1. Take the subway from Staroměstská to Nádraží Veleslavínsubway
2. Fly from Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane PRG - DUS
3. Take the train from Düsseldorf Hbf to Köln Hbftrain
4h 37m
€77–207
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Prague Florenc Central Bus Station to Cologne / Bonn Airport Busterminalbus : Amsterdam Central Sloterdijk Train Station - Prague Central Bus Station / ...
9h 44m
€42–70
Train via Nuremberg
1. Take the train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Schwandorftrain Ec
2. Take the train from Schwandorf to Nürnberg Hbftrain
3. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 41
9h 53m
€126–226
Drive 659.1 km
1. Drive from Prague to Köln Hbfcar 659.1 km
6h 18m
€104–149
Fly Václav Havel Airport Prague to Frankfurt, train
1. Fly from Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane PRG - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Hbftrain
4h 36m
€75–179
Train to Dresden Airport, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take the train from Praha-Holesovice to Dresden Hbftrain
2. Fly from Dresden Airport (DRS) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane DRS - DUS
5h 52m
€151–444
Train to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Take the train from Praha-Holesovice to Berlin Suedkreuztrain
2. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane BER - CGN
6h 39m
€95–311
Fly Václav Havel Airport Prague to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Fly from Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane PRG - CGN
4h 8m
€73–240
Fly Václav Havel Airport Prague to Brussels Airport, train
1. Fly from Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to Brussels Airport (BRU)plane PRG - BRU
2. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to Koeln Hbftrain
6h 33m
€124–328
Bus via Cologne Airport CGN
1. Take the bus from Praha, ÚAN Florenc to Cologne Airport CGNbus N870 / ...
10h
€57–89
Train
1. Take the train from Praha Hlavní nádraží to Frankfurttrain Drf
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Hbftrain 79 / ...
10h 30m
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Praha Hlavní nádraží to Kölnbus Ivano-Frankivsk
18h 59m
€135–150

Prague to Köln Hbf by bus, foot, and train

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9h 44mAverage Duration

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Distance: 606.8 km
Duration: 4h 37m

What companies run services between Prague, Czechia and Köln Hbf, Germany?

RegioJet operates a bus from Prague Florenc Central Bus Station to Cologne / Bonn Airport Busterminal once daily. Tickets cost €40–65 and the journey takes 9h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Köln Hbf via Schwandorf, Nürnberg Hbf, and Köln Messe/Deutz Bf in around 9h 53m.

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