What is the best way to travel from Erfurt to Cologne?
Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Trains and Carpool for the journey to Cologne from Erfurt. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Cologne from Erfurt?
You can get to Cologne with just $21 by taking a Train from Deutsche Bahn, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.
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Deutsche Bahn6h 5m011:45 PMErfurtCentral Station5:50 AMCologneCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Erfurt (Germany) at 8/2/2026 11:45:00 PM to Central Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 8/3/2026 5:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $21 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 5m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 41m08:50 PMErfurtCentral Station12:31 AMCologneCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Erfurt (Germany) at 8/2/2026 8:50:00 PM to Central Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 8/3/2026 12:31:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 41m
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Deutsche Bahn7h 15m01:28 AMErfurtCentral Station8:43 AMCologneCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Erfurt (Germany) at 8/2/2026 1:28:00 AM to Central Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 8/2/2026 8:43:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $46 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 15m
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Deutsche Bahn6h 15m04:23 AMErfurtCentral Station10:38 AMCologneCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Erfurt (Germany) at 8/2/2026 4:23:00 AM to Central Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 8/2/2026 10:38:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $46 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 15m
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BlaBlaCar3h 40m03:40 PMErfurt7:20 PMCologne0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Erfurt (Germany) at 8/2/2026 3:40:00 PM to , Cologne (Germany) arriving at 8/2/2026 7:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $33 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 40m
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Cheapest Carpool Sunday
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BlaBlaCar3h 40m03:10 PMErfurt6:50 PMCologne0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Erfurt (Germany) at 8/6/2026 3:10:00 PM to , Cologne (Germany) arriving at 8/6/2026 6:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $39 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 40m
Cheapest Carpool Thursday
What are the fastest trips from Erfurt to Cologne?
You can get to Cologne from Erfurt in just 3h 40m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.
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BlaBlaCar3h 40m03:40 PMErfurt7:20 PMCologne0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Erfurt (Germany) at 8/2/2026 3:40:00 PM to , Cologne (Germany) arriving at 8/2/2026 7:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $33 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 40m
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Deutsche Bahn3h 41m08:50 PMErfurtCentral Station12:31 AMCologneCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Erfurt (Germany) at 8/2/2026 8:50:00 PM to Central Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 8/3/2026 12:31:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 41m
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Deutsche Bahn6h 5m011:45 PMErfurtCentral Station5:50 AMCologneCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Erfurt (Germany) at 8/2/2026 11:45:00 PM to Central Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 8/3/2026 5:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $21 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 5m
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Deutsche Bahn6h 15m04:23 AMErfurtCentral Station10:38 AMCologneCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Erfurt (Germany) at 8/2/2026 4:23:00 AM to Central Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 8/2/2026 10:38:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $46 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 15m
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Deutsche Bahn7h 15m01:28 AMErfurtCentral Station8:43 AMCologneCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Erfurt (Germany) at 8/2/2026 1:28:00 AM to Central Station, Cologne (Germany) arriving at 8/2/2026 8:43:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $46 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 15m
Fastest Carpool Sunday
Fastest Trains Sunday
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BlaBlaCar3h 40m03:10 PMErfurt6:50 PMCologne0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Erfurt (Germany) at 8/6/2026 3:10:00 PM to , Cologne (Germany) arriving at 8/6/2026 6:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $39 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 40m
Fastest Carpool Thursday
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Erfurt to Cologne
What are the most popular stations in Erfurt and Cologne?
In Erfurt, you will usually depart from Central Bus Station, Urbicher Kreuz Bus Stop or Central Station, while in Cologne you will be arriving at Central Station, Messe/Deutz Train Station or Central Bus Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Cologne from Erfurt? With 3 connections between 2 Train and Carpool operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Erfurt and Cologne, you can pay as low as $21 with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Carpool from BlaBlaCar: you will get to Cologne in just 3h 40m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Erfurt and Cologne are Deutsche Bahn and BlaBlaCar, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Erfurt and Cologne is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Erfurt-Weimar Airport or to Huerth, and look at flights from Erfurt-Weimar Airport, and landing at Dusseldorf Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Erfurt to Cologne?
The most popular companies between Erfurt and Cologne, are Deutsche Bahn and BlaBlaCar. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn
All you need to know when you travel from Erfurt to Cologne
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Erfurt to Cologne. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Erfurt to Cologne
How can I reach Cologne from Erfurt?
Every day, there are on average 3 connections between Train and Carpool, with which you can get to Cologne from Erfurt.
How far is Cologne from Erfurt?
The distance between Erfurt and Cologne is 177.2 miles.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Erfurt and Cologne?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 8 kgs of CO2, a train 10 kgs, a car 48 kgs, and a flight 70 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Erfurt to Cologne?
You can get to Cologne with just $21 by taking a Train from Deutsche Bahn.
What is the fastest way to get from Erfurt to Cologne?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Cologne in just 3h 40m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.
More routes to Erfurt and to Cologne
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Erfurt and to Cologne. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
