What is the cheapest way to get from Seilbahn Zugspitze to Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Seilbahn Zugspitze to Cologne is to bus which costs €60 - €110 and takes 12h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Seilbahn Zugspitze to Cologne?

The fastest way to get from Seilbahn Zugspitze to Cologne is to train and fly which takes 5h 49m and costs €100 - €280.

Is there a direct bus between Seilbahn Zugspitze and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Seilbahn Zugspitze to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Eibsee and arriving at Köln Heumarkt via Garmisch-Partenkirchen station, Munich central bus station and Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Seilbahn Zugspitze and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Seilbahn Zugspitze to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Eibsee and arriving at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Garmisch-Partenkirchen and München Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 59m.

How far is it from Seilbahn Zugspitze to Cologne?

The distance between Seilbahn Zugspitze and Cologne is 692 km. The road distance is 618.2 km.

How do I travel from Seilbahn Zugspitze to Cologne without a car?

The best way to get from Seilbahn Zugspitze to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 6h 59m and costs €140 - €550.

How long does it take to get from Seilbahn Zugspitze to Cologne?

It takes approximately 6h 59m to get from Seilbahn Zugspitze to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Seilbahn Zugspitze to Cologne bus from?

Seilbahn Zugspitze to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Garmisch-Partenkirchen station.

Where do I catch the Seilbahn Zugspitze to Cologne train from?

Seilbahn Zugspitze to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Garmisch-Partenkirchen station.

Train or bus from Seilbahn Zugspitze to Cologne?

The best way to get from Seilbahn Zugspitze to Cologne is to train which takes 6h 59m and costs €140 - €550. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €60 - €110 and takes 12h 13m.

Where does the Seilbahn Zugspitze to Cologne bus arrive?

Seilbahn Zugspitze to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Munich central bus station.

Where does the Seilbahn Zugspitze to Cologne train arrive?

Seilbahn Zugspitze to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at München Hbf station.

Can I drive from Seilbahn Zugspitze to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Seilbahn Zugspitze to Cologne is 618 km. It takes approximately 5h 50m to drive from Seilbahn Zugspitze to Cologne.

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Seilbahn Zugspitze to Cologne - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Seilbahn Zugspitze to Cologne by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to München Hbftrain Rb6 / ...
2. Take the train from München Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 47 / ...
6h 59m
€147–514
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Garmisch-Partenkirchen station to Munich central bus stationbus 040 / ...
2. Take the bus from Munich central bus station to Leverkusenbus N28
12h 13m
€61–104
Drive 618.2 km
1. Drive from Seilbahn Zugspitze to Colognecar 618.2 km
5h 50m
€101–146
Train, fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Take the train from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Pasingtrain
2. Take the train from Pasing to Flughafen Münchentrain
3. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane MUC - CGN
5h 49m
€107–276
Train via Munich
1. Take the train from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Pasingtrain Rb6 / ...
2. Take the train from Muenchen-Pasing to Koeln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12train Ice
8h 11m
€125–486
Train via Augsburg
1. Take the train from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Weilheimtrain Rb6
2. Take the train from Weilheim(Oberbay) to Augsburg Hbftrain Rb
3. Take the train from Augsburg Hbf to Köln Hbftrain 42 / ...
8h 15m
€121–490
Train, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take the train from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Pasingtrain
2. Take the train from Pasing to Flughafen Münchentrain
3. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane MUC - DUS
6h 17m
€126–303
Train, fly to Frankfurt
1. Take the train from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Pasingtrain
2. Take the train from Pasing to Flughafen Münchentrain
3. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane MUC - FRA
4. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain
6h 18m
€135–394

Seilbahn Zugspitze to Cologne by foot and train

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Distance: 691.7 km
Duration: 6h 59m

What companies run services between Seilbahn Zugspitze, Germany and Cologne, Germany?

You can take a vehicle from Seilbahn Zugspitze to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Eibsee, Garmisch-Partenkirchen, and München Hbf in around 6h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Seilbahn Zugspitze to Köln Heumarkt via Eibsee, Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Garmisch-Partenkirchen station, Munich central bus station, Leverkusen, and Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bf in around 12h 13m.

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