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

The cheapest way to get from Winterthur to Cologne is to bus which costs €55 - €75 and takes 8h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Winterthur to Cologne is to fly which takes 3h 52m and costs €75 - €220.

Is there a direct bus between Winterthur and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Winterthur station to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Zürich Bus Station and arriving at Köln via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Winterthur and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Winterthur to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Winterthur and arriving at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Schaffhausen and Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 16m.

How far is it from Winterthur to Cologne?

The distance between Winterthur and Cologne is 559 km. The road distance is 514 km.

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

The best way to get from Winterthur to Cologne without a car is to train via Stuttgart which takes 6h 16m and costs €100 - €220.

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

It takes approximately 6h 16m to get from Winterthur to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Winterthur to Cologne bus from?

Winterthur to Cologne bus services, operated by GrandBus, depart from Zürich Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Winterthur to Cologne train from?

Winterthur to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Schaffhausen station.

Train, bus or fly from Winterthur to Cologne?

The best way to get from Winterthur to Cologne is to train via Stuttgart which takes 6h 16m and costs €100 - €220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €55 - €75 and takes 8h 21m, you could also fly, which costs €75 - €220 and takes 3h 52m.

Where does the Winterthur to Cologne bus arrive?

Winterthur to Cologne bus services, operated by GrandBus, arrive at Köln station.

Where does the Winterthur to Cologne train arrive?

Winterthur to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Winterthur to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Winterthur to Cologne is 514 km. It takes approximately 5h 5m to drive from Winterthur to Cologne.

How do I get a train ticket from Winterthur to Cologne?

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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There are 8 ways to get from Winterthur to Cologne by train, bus, night train, car, or plane

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Train via Stuttgart
best
1. Take the train from Schaffhausen to Hauptbahnhoftrain 87
2. Take the train from Hauptbahnhof to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 47 / ...
6h 16m
€100–215
Night train
cheapest
1. Take the nighttrain from Singen(Hohentwiel) to Koeln Hbfnighttrain Nj
9h 9m
€38–127
Bus
1. Take the bus from Zürich Bus Station to Kölnbus Ivano-Frankivsk
8h 21m
€59–74
Drive 514 km
1. Drive from Winterthur to Colognecar 514 km
5h 5m
€92–133
Train
1. Take the train from Zürich HB to Köln Hbftrain Ice
6h 35m
€195–305
Fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane ZRH - CGN
3h 52m
€76–215
Fly to Düsseldorf International Airport, train
1. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane ZRH - DUS
2. Take the train from Düsseldorf Hbf to Köln Hbftrain
4h 31m
€89–262
Fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane ZRH - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain
4h 28m
€134–280

Winterthur to Cologne by train

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Distance: 559.3 km
Duration: 6h 16m

What companies run services between Winterthur, Switzerland and Cologne, Germany?

You can take a train from Winterthur to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Schaffhausen and Hauptbahnhof in around 6h 16m. Alternatively, GrandBus operates a bus from Zürich Bus Station to Köln once daily. Tickets cost €54–59 and the journey takes 6h 50m.

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