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How to get from Athens to Cologne?

Are you planning to travel to Cologne from Athens and looking for the best transport options for your trip? We know that it is often difficult to choose the best way to travel from Athens to Cologne, whether it is for price, time or convenience reasons. Vivanoda will help you find all the transport solutions for travelling between Athens and Cologne, whether by plane, train, coach or carpool.

With detailed information on each mode of transport and on the transport companies (Deutsche Bahn, HKX, FlixTrain, FlixBus or ADAC PostBus), you can easily compare fares, timetables and travel times, in order to choose the option that best suits your needs.

Whether you are a budget traveller or looking for a quick and convenient way to travel between Athens and Cologne, we have all the information you need to plan an unforgettable Athens Cologne trip.

For your trip from Athens to Cologne, you have several transport options

Athens to Cologne bus

Buses are often the most economical choice for travel from Athens to Cologne, offering direct travel options or with intermediate stops.

Athens to Cologne train

If you like to travel in a more environmentally friendly and economical way, the Athens Cologne train is ideal and meets your expectations.

Flights Athens Cologne

Many flights connect Athens to Cologne every day, offering a quick and convenient option for travellers. If you are in a hurry, flying is the fastest way to get to Cologne in record time.

Whichever option you choose, our price comparison tool will help you find the most suitable Athens to Cologne transport option for your needs and budget.

Travel information for Athens Cologne

City of departure
Athens
Greece
Attica
Destination city
Cologne
Germany
North Rhine-Westphalia
Distance
1213 mi
Direct connection
No direct connection by any means of transport
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Plan your trip from Athens to Cologne easily with Vivanoda

Plan your trip from Athens to Cologne easily with Vivanoda

With Vivanoda you can easily compare all available modes of transport, such as flights, trains, buses and carpools, according to your preferences and budget. You can also filter the results by price, travel time, schedule and comfort options. Thanks to its ease of use and clarity, Vivanoda allows you to find the tickets between Athens and Cologne that best suit your needs in a few clicks. Vivanoda also displays all the special offers and promotions of different airlines such as Deutsche Bahn, HKX, FlixTrain, FlixBus or ADAC PostBus to help you save on your tickets. So don't hesitate and use Vivanoda now to prepare your trip between Athens and Cologne with peace of mind!

Comparison of the modes of transport between Athens and Cologne

Advantages and disadvantages of flying from Athens to Cologne?
Choice of airlines There are many airlines operating flights from Athens to Cologne, both direct and with a stopover, giving travellers a wide choice.
Speed Flying between Athens and Cologne is the fastest way to travel the 1213 mi between Athens and Cologne.
Environmental disadvantages Flights to Athens Cologne have a negative impact on the environment due to greenhouse gas emissions, as flying is one of the most polluting modes of transport.
Security checks Travellers to Cologne often have to arrive at Athens airport early due to strict security checks.
Advantages and disadvantages of travelling by train from Athens to Cologne?
Accessibility Train stations in Athens or Cologne are located in the city centre, making it easy to use other means of transport to reach the city centre.
Environmentally friendly The Athens-Cologne train is considered to be a more environmentally friendly means of transport than flying or driving alone.
Flexibility Athens Cologne train times may be limited and it may be more difficult to change trains if necessary.
Cost Athens Cologne train tickets can be more expensive than coach or carpool tickets, especially on high-speed trains.
Advantages and disadvantages of travelling by coach from Athens to Cologne?
On-board services Modern buses between Athens and Cologne are usually equipped with comfortable seats, air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, power points and toilets.
Flexibility Bus companies offer a variety of timetable options for travel between Athens and Cologne, which can be convenient if you have specific time constraints.
Travel time Buses from Athens to Cologne are usually much slower than trains to Cologne to cover the 1213 mi distance.
Comfort Athens-Cologne buses can be less comfortable than trains, due to reduced legroom and the quality of the suspension.

Where to start from in Athens? Where do I arrive in Cologne?

Departure airports in Athens

Eleftherios Venizelos International
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Cologne arrival coach stations

Cologne South Airport
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Koln
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Cologne Arrival Stations

Köln Hbf
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Köln Messe/Deutz
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Köln-Ehrenfeld
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Köln-Mülheim
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Köln Süd
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Köln/Bonn Flughafen
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Köln Geldernstr/Parkgürtel
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Köln-Chorweiler
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Köln-Chorweiler Nord
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Köln-Dellbrück
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Köln Hansaring
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Köln-Longerich
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Köln Volkhovener Weg
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Köln-Blumenberg
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Köln-Buchforst
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Köln-Holweide
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Köln-Nippes
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Köln-Stammheim
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Köln-Worringen
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Cologne Arrival Airports

Cologne Bonn
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coach Athens Cologne

The frequency of departures to Athens from Cologne varies depending on the carrier, the time period and the day of the week. To get a complete overview of all coach departures to Cologne, please specify your departure date and search on Vivanoda.

The duration of the bus journey between Athens and Cologne usually varies depending on traffic conditions and any stops along the way. Vivanoda will allow you to see in real time all the buses travelling to Cologne for your travel date.

Cancellation and modification policies may vary depending on the bus company, so it is important to check the terms and conditions when booking. In most cases, cancelling or changing your Athens-Cologne coach ticket will incur additional costs.

The average price of a bus ticket for the Athens-Cologne route varies depending on the carrier and the time of booking. On certain busy dates, prices can double! Compare all coach prices from Athens to Cologne on Vivanoda.

Bus companies Athens Cologne

FlixBus
FlixBus
ADAC PostBus
ADAC PostBus
Onebus
Onebus
Bohr
Bohr
Blablabus
Blablabus
Eurolines
Eurolines
ALSA
ALSA
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Trains Athens Cologne

There are discounts for children, students and seniors travelling by train from Athens to Cologne, which vary depending on the type of ticket and the age of the person. When you enter your age in your Vivanoda search, the prices displayed will take into account any age-related discounts.

The average train journey time from Athens to Cologne depends on the type of train you take. Regional or intercity trains to Cologne are slower than high-speed trains. Compare the duration of all trips by doing a price search on Vivanoda.

Train tickets from Athens to Cologne can be refunded or exchanged but are usually more expensive. The cheapest tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable.

It is recommended to book your train ticket from Athens to Cologne at least a few weeks in advance to get the best price.

Train companies from Athens to Cologne

Deutsche Bahn
Deutsche Bahn
HKX
HKX
FlixTrain
FlixTrain
ÖBB
ÖBB
SBB CFF FFS
SBB CFF FFS
Thalys
Thalys
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Flights Athens Cologne

Airlines Athens Cologne

Aegean Airlines
Aegean Airlines
KLM
KLM
Olympic Air
Olympic Air
Transavia.com
Transavia.com
Lufthansa
Lufthansa
Air China International
Air China International
Air France
Air France
Transavia.com France
Transavia.com France
Easyjet
Easyjet
Air Berlin
Air Berlin
Germanwings
Germanwings
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