Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Train | Erfurt Hbf | Hbf | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn | Train | Erfurt Hbf | Hbf | No tags | ||||
 | Train | Erfurt Hbf | Hbf | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn | Train | Erfurt Hbf | Hbf | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Train | Erfurt Hbf | Hbf | No tags |
Compare 3 ways to travel from Erfurt to Cologne
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 3 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Erfurt and Cologne?
Erfurt
- A
Willy-Brandt-Platz
Willy-Brandt-Platz 1, 99084 Erfurt, Germany
Cologne
- ABahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
- C
Köln-Blumenberg
Köln-Blumenberg, 50765 Köln, Germany - D
Köln-Dellbrück
Dellbrück, Diepeschrather Str., 51069 Köln, Germany - E
Köln-Holweide
Köln-Holweide, 51067 Köln, Germany - F
Köln Volkhovener Weg
Volkhovener Weg, 50767 Köln, Germany
Train Companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Erfurt to Cologne by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Erfurt to Cologne?
The cheapest train tickets from Erfurt to Cologne start from £23. The average price for this train route is around £81. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Erfurt to Cologne?
The average train journey time from Erfurt to Cologne is 5h 6m, covering a distance of 177 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 24m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Erfurt to Cologne route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 20 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Erfurt to Cologne?
The earliest train from Erfurt to Cologne departs at 06:09. And the latest train departs at 23:41.
Which is the best train operator from Erfurt to Cologne?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Erfurt to Cologne?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Erfurt to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Erfurt to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
