Stade, Lower Saxony to Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia from $58: 8 ways by bus, train, flight or car

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How to Get from Stade to Cologne: Cheapest, Fastest and Best Way

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$58 - DriveBest price

408 kmDistance

3h 38m Fastest

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Stade - Cologne operators

Explore transport companies operating between Stade and Cologne, with prices starting at . These companies offer competitive pricing, flexible schedules, and comfortable travel experiences.

Train

Contact phone

+49 69 9 99 99 36 44

Website

startgmbh.com

Train from Stade to Hamburg-Harburg

Average Duration

33m

Estimated price

0-0

Train from Hamburg-Harburg to Hamburg Hbf

Average Duration

13m

Estimated price

0-0

Train from Hamburg-Harburg to Köln Hbf

Average Duration

3h 52m

Estimated price

1464-1465

Contact phone

+49 0180 6 99 66 33

Website

bahn.com

Train from Hamburg-Harburg to Köln Hbf

Average Duration

3h 52m

Estimated price

1464-1465

Contact phone

+49 1807 123 99 123

Website

flixtrain.com

Train from Hamburg-Harburg to Cologne Central Station

Average Duration

3h 55m

Estimated price

1469-3552

Bus

Contact phone

040/ 19 449

Website

hvv.de

Bus from Stade, Teichstraße to Zeven Busbahnhof

Average Duration

1h 4m

Estimated price

583-584

Website

evb-elbe-weser.de

Bus from Zeven Busbahnhof to Bremen Hauptbahnhof

Average Duration

1h 9m

Estimated price

0-0

Contact phone

+49 30 300 137 300

Website

flixbus.de

Bus from Bremen Fernbusterminal to Leverkusen

Average Duration

5h 15m

Estimated price

585-35555

Plane

Website

lufthansa.com

Plane from Bremen (BRE) to Frankfurt (FRA)

Average Duration

Estimated price

98-322

Website

eurowings.com

Plane from Hamburg (HAM) to Cologne Bonn (CGN)

Average Duration

Estimated price

1460-1461

Stade to Cologne: Overview of Bus, Train, Flight, and Car Trips

Traveling between Stade and Cologne offers a variety of convenient options to suit your preferences, schedule, and budget. Whether you prioritize affordability, speed, or comfort, you’re sure to find the perfect way to travel without compromising on quality or convenience.

Average price

€60 - €92

Departure Point

Stade station

Arrival Point

Köln Hbf station

Departure Point

Stade, Teichstraße station

Arrival Point

Leverkusen station

Frequently asked questions

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The distance between Stade and Cologne is approximately 344.4 km by road. If you choose to travel by train, it takes 5 hours and 7 minutes to reach Cologne from Stade. Another option is to take a train first and then a flight, which would take around 3 hours and 45 minutes. Alternatively, if you decide to drive, it would take approximately 3 hours and 38 minutes to reach Stade from Cologne. If you prefer taking a bus, the travel time from Stade to Cologne would be around 9 hours and 23 minutes.

The most cost-effective and time-efficient transportation option for traveling from Stade to Cologne is by driving. It takes approximately 3 hours and 38 minutes to cover the distance of 344.4 km by car.

To travel from Stade to Cologne without using public transportation, the best option would be to drive. The driving distance is approximately 408.8 km and it takes about 3 hours and 38 minutes. The cost of renting a car for this journey can range from €59 to €91, depending on the rental company and other factors.

The best way to travel from Stade to Cologne without a car is by train, which takes approximately 5 hours and 7 minutes.

Yes, there is a link between Stade and Cologne but it involves a transfer. The train service operated by Start Deutschland GmbH departs from Stade and arrives at Köln Hbf via Hamburg-Harburg. The journey takes approximately 5 hours and 7 minutes, including transfers.

The flight duration from Hamburg Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport is approximately 1 hour. The cost of the flight can vary depending on factors such as the time of booking and availability, but typically, prices start at around €50 and can go up to €150 or more.

There are numerous accommodation options available near Cologne. With over 1164 hotels to choose from, travelers can find a range of choices to suit their preferences and budget. Prices start at €28 per night, ensuring that there are options for every kind of traveler.