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Compare train and flight for Cologne to Wernigerode
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Wernigerode among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of NOK 1,016 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 29m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of NOK 1,016, while a flight costs an average of NOK 4,905.
Distance: 176 miles (284 km)
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NOK 1,016 Average price Cheapest | NOK 4,905 Average price | NOK 598 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 26m Average total duration 4h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 29m Average total duration Fastest 2h 29m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Compare ways to travel from Cologne to Wernigerode
Compare the available ways to get from Cologne to Wernigerode, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Cologne to Wernigerode:
A train is NOK 3,889 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cologne to Wernigerode costing on average NOK 4,905.
Other travel options to Wernigerode take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 26m.
Tickets start at around NOK 1,016 compared to roughly NOK 598 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -NOK 418. The journey takes 4h 56m versus 4h 34m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Travel optionsfrom Cologne to Wernigerode
How to get from Cologne to Wernigerode by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Cologne to Wernigerode is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

6:40 PM 3h30 Cologne 10:10 PM Wernigerode NOK 3,233 1 One-way 0 transfers
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6:40 PM 3h30 Cologne 10:10 PM Wernigerode NOK 3,233 1 One-way 0 transfers
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6:40 PM 3h30 Cologne 10:10 PM Wernigerode NOK 3,233 1 One-way 0 transfers
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4:05 PM 4h50 Cologne 8:55 PM Wernigerode NOK 4,148 1 One-way 0 transfers
2:15 PM 7h50 Cologne 10:05 PM Wernigerode NOK 7,734 1 One-way 0 transfers
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This is compared to other travel options from Cologne to Wernigerode:
A train is NOK 3,889 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cologne to Wernigerode costing on average NOK 4,905.
Other travel options to Wernigerode take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 26m.
- Around 7 trains per day.
- Around 5 flights per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Cologne and Wernigerode as scheduled services by train and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Cologne Hbf and arrive in Wernigerode Hbf.
- Flights mostly depart from Cologne Bonn Airport and arrive in Hannover Airport.
- Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Wernigerode by train.
- Travel with Lufthansa City Airlines, Lufthansa, Air Baltic, Eurowings, Lufthansa Cityline to go to Wernigerode by flight.
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