What is the cheapest way to get from Rome to Cologne Cathedral?

The cheapest way to get from Rome to Cologne Cathedral is to fly which costs €70 - €200 and takes 4h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rome to Cologne Cathedral?

The fastest way to get from Rome to Cologne Cathedral is to fly which takes 4h 59m and costs €70 - €200.

Is there a direct bus between Rome and Cologne Cathedral?

No, there is no direct bus from Rome to Cologne Cathedral. However, there are services departing from Roma Prenestina A1 and arriving at Cologne via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Rome and Cologne Cathedral?

No, there is no direct train from Rome to Cologne Cathedral. However, there are services departing from Roma Termini and arriving at Köln Hbf via Milano Centrale, Basel SBB and Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 1m.

How far is it from Rome to Cologne Cathedral?

The distance between Rome and Cologne Cathedral is 1131 km. The road distance is 1394.5 km.

How do I travel from Rome to Cologne Cathedral without a car?

The best way to get from Rome to Cologne Cathedral without a car is to train via Mannheim which takes 13h 1m and costs €230 - €700.

How long does it take to get from Rome to Cologne Cathedral?

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Rome to Cologne Cathedral, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rome to Cologne Cathedral bus from?

Rome to Cologne Cathedral bus services, operated by Onebus, depart from Roma Prenestina A1 station.

Where do I catch the Rome to Cologne Cathedral train from?

Rome to Cologne Cathedral train services, operated by ItaloTreno, depart from Roma Termini station.

Train, bus or fly from Rome to Cologne Cathedral?

The best way to get from Rome to Cologne Cathedral is to fly which takes 4h 59m and costs €70 - €200. Alternatively, you can train via Mannheim, which costs €230 - €700 and takes 13h 1m, you could also bus, which costs and takes 19h 23m.

Where does the Rome to Cologne Cathedral bus arrive?

Rome to Cologne Cathedral bus services, operated by Onebus, arrive at Cologne station.

Where does the Rome to Cologne Cathedral train arrive?

Rome to Cologne Cathedral train services, operated by ItaloTreno, arrive at Milano Centrale station.

Can I drive from Rome to Cologne Cathedral?

Yes, the driving distance between Rome to Cologne Cathedral is 1394 km. It takes approximately 12h 57m to drive from Rome to Cologne Cathedral.

How do I get a train ticket from Rome to Cologne Cathedral?

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Where can I stay near Cologne Cathedral?

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Rome to Cologne Cathedral - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 10 ways to get from Rome to Cologne Cathedral by plane, train (Trenitalia), bus, car, train, or car train

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Fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
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1. Fly from Fiumicino International Airport (FCO) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane FCO - CGN
4h 59m
€71–198
Train via Mannheim
1. Take the train from Roma Termini to Milano Centraletrain
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Basel Sbbtrain Ec
3. Take the train from Basel SBB to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain 12 / ...
4. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbftrain 42 / ...
13h 1m
€234–663
Bus
1. Take the bus from Roma Prenestina A1 to Colognebus
19h 23m
Drive 1,394.5 km
1. Drive from Rome to Cologne Cathedralcar 1,394.5 km
12h 57m
€219–316
Fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Fly from Fiumicino International Airport (FCO) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane FCO - DUS
5h 37m
€85–225
Fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Fly from Fiumicino International Airport (FCO) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane FCO - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Hbftrain
5h 56m
€73–266
Fly to Brussels Airport, train
1. Fly from Fiumicino International Airport (FCO) to Brussels Airport (BRU)plane FCO - BRU
2. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to Koeln Hbftrain
7h 17m
€86–350
Train
1. Take the train from Roma Termini to Milano Centraletrain Fr / ...
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Basel Sbbtrain Ec
3. Take the train from Basel SBB to Köln Hbftrain 43 / ...
13h 52m
€237–844
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina to Frankfurt central train stationbus N77
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Hbftrain Ice / ...
23h 12m
€134–230
Drive, car train
1. Drive from Rome to Wörgl Hbfcar
2. Take the car train from Wörgl Hbf to Kassel-Wilhelmshöhecartrain
3. Drive from Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe to Cologne Cathedralcar
16h 21m
€257–361

Rome to Cologne Cathedral by train and foot

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Distance: 1,130.6 km
Duration: 4h 59m

What companies run services between Rome, Italy and Cologne Cathedral, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany?

Ryanair, Eurowings, and ITA Airways fly from Fiumicino International Airport (FCO) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Roma Termini to Cologne Cathedral via Milano Centrale, Basel SBB, Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof, and Köln Hbf in around 13h 1m.

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