What is the cheapest way to get from Schloss Neuschwanstein to Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Schloss Neuschwanstein to Cologne is to bus which costs €50 - €90 and takes 11h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Schloss Neuschwanstein to Cologne?

The fastest way to get from Schloss Neuschwanstein to Cologne is to drive which takes 5h 13m and costs €80 - €120.

Is there a direct bus between Schloss Neuschwanstein and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Schloss Neuschwanstein to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Schwangau and arriving at Köln Heumarkt via Munich central bus station and Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Schloss Neuschwanstein and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Schloss Neuschwanstein to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Fuessen and arriving at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Augsburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 5m.

How far is it from Schloss Neuschwanstein to Cologne?

The distance between Schloss Neuschwanstein and Cologne is 622 km. The road distance is 568.4 km.

How do I travel from Schloss Neuschwanstein to Cologne without a car?

The best way to get from Schloss Neuschwanstein to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 7h 5m and costs €110 - €240.

How long does it take to get from Schloss Neuschwanstein to Cologne?

It takes approximately 7h 5m to get from Schloss Neuschwanstein to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Schloss Neuschwanstein to Cologne bus from?

Schloss Neuschwanstein to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Schwangau station.

Where do I catch the Schloss Neuschwanstein to Cologne train from?

Schloss Neuschwanstein to Cologne train services, operated by Transdev GmbH, depart from Fuessen station.

Train or bus from Schloss Neuschwanstein to Cologne?

The best way to get from Schloss Neuschwanstein to Cologne is to train which takes 7h 5m and costs €110 - €240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €50 - €90 and takes 11h 26m.

Where does the Schloss Neuschwanstein to Cologne bus arrive?

Schloss Neuschwanstein to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Munich central bus station.

Where does the Schloss Neuschwanstein to Cologne train arrive?

Schloss Neuschwanstein to Cologne train services, operated by Transdev GmbH, arrive at Augsburg Hbf station.

Can I drive from Schloss Neuschwanstein to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Schloss Neuschwanstein to Cologne is 568 km. It takes approximately 5h 13m to drive from Schloss Neuschwanstein to Cologne.

Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1848+ hotels available in Cologne.

Schloss Neuschwanstein to Cologne - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Schloss Neuschwanstein to Cologne by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Fuessen to Augsburg Hbftrain Rb
2. Take the train from Augsburg Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 47 / ...
7h 5m
€116–232
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Schwangau to Munich central bus stationbus 163
2. Take the bus from Munich central bus station to Leverkusenbus N28
11h 26m
€55–89
Drive 568.4 km
1. Drive from Schloss Neuschwanstein to Colognecar 568.4 km
5h 13m
€84–121
Bus, fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Take the bus from Schwangau to Munich central bus stationbus
2. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane MUC - CGN
5h 28m
€93–269
Train via Frankfurt am Main
1. Take the train from Fuessen to Augsburg Hbftrain Rb
2. Take the train from Augsburg Hbf to Frankfurt(Main)Hbftrain Ice
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Hbftrain Ice
9h 21m
€105–212
Bus, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Schwangau to Munich central bus stationbus
2. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane MUC - DUS
3. Take the train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Koeln Hbftrain
6h 12m
€108–273
Bus, fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Take the bus from Schwangau to Munich central bus stationbus
2. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane MUC - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain
5h 55m
€116–324

Schloss Neuschwanstein to Cologne by foot, bus, and train

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Distance: 621.5 km
Duration: 7h 5m

What companies run services between Schloss Neuschwanstein, Germany and Cologne, Germany?

You can take a vehicle from Schloss Neuschwanstein to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Hohenschwangau, Neuschwanstein, Füssen, Fuessen, and Augsburg Hbf in around 7h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Schloss Neuschwanstein to Köln Heumarkt via Schwangau, Munich central bus station, Leverkusen, and Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bf in around 11h 26m.

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