How to travel from Freiberg to Cologne

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Freiberg to Cologne

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Freiberg to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €63 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 23m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €63, while a flight costs an average of €402.

Distance: 278 miles (448 km)

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Flight

€159

Average price

€63

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Cheapest

€402

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6h 50m

Average total duration

6h 20m

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30m

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9h 53m

Average total duration

9h 23m

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30m

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5h 23m

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3h 23m

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2h 0m

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0.1 - 0.4kg

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0.4 - 1.1kg

CO2 emissions

1.3 - 2.7kg

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from Freiberg to Cologne

How to get from Freiberg to Cologne by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Freiberg to Cologne is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Mitteldeutsche Regiobahn
    8:51 PM10h23
    Freiberg
    7:14 AMCologne
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    3 transfers

Cheapest

  • Mitteldeutsche Regiobahn
    8:51 PM10h23
    Freiberg
    7:14 AMCologne
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    3 transfers

Fastest

  • Transdev GmbH
    4:51 AM6h23
    Freiberg
    11:14 AMCologne
    1271One-way
    3 transfers

Other options

  • Mitteldeutsche Regiobahn
    11:51 PM12h47
    Freiberg
    12:38 PMCologne
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    3 transfers
  • Transdev GmbH
    6:51 AM6h23
    Freiberg
    1:14 PMCologne
    1271One-way
    3 transfers
  • Transdev GmbH
    8:51 AM6h23
    Freiberg
    3:14 PMCologne
    1271One-way
    3 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Freiberg to Cologne

Travel to Cologne easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Freiberg to Cologne.

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There are 3 options to travel between Freiberg and Cologne including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Freiberg to Cologne is a bus with an average price of €63.

This is compared to other travel options from Freiberg to Cologne:

A bus is €96 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Freiberg to Cologne costing on average €159.

A bus is €339 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Freiberg to Cologne costing on average €402.

The fastest way to travel from Freiberg to Cologne is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 23m.

Other travel options to Cologne take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 50m.

Bus takes on average 9h 53m.

The distance from Freiberg to Cologne is approximately 278 miles (448 km).
The average frequency per day from Freiberg to Cologne is:
  • Around 10 flights per day.
  • Around 9 trains per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Freiberg and Cologne as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Freiberg to Cologne:
  • Buses mostly depart from Chemnitz, Fernbusterminal and arrive in Leverkusen, Bf Mitte.
  • Trains mostly depart from Freiberg (Sachs) and arrive in Cologne Hbf.
  • Flights mostly depart from Prague Vaclav Havel Airport and arrive in Cologne Bonn Airport.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Freiberg to Cologne, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Cologne by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Transdev GmbH, Mitteldeutsche Regiobahn to go to Cologne by train.
Omio customers who travel from Freiberg to Cologne often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Amsterdam, Berlin, Brussels, London. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Cologne and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Cologne to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Cologne, you can explore the Cologne Chocolate Museum to learn about chocolate history and production, enjoy a scenic Rhine River Cruise, and visit the Botanical Gardens Flora for stunning floral displays. Discover trendy boutiques and vibrant street art in the Belgian Quarter, or attend a concert at the renowned Cologne Philharmonic Hall. Don't miss the iconic Cologne Cathedral, the modern art collection at Museum Ludwig, and the love lock-adorned Hohenzollern Bridge. Wander through the charming Old Town (Altstadt) and visit the diverse Cologne Zoo.
Three days are generally recommended to explore Cologne's main attractions, including the Cologne Cathedral, Old Town, and museums.

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