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What is the best way to travel from Cologne to Greifswald?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains and Buses to Greifswald from Cologne. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 1 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Train is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
18h 5m
£40
£40
2
Train
7h 21m
£62
£64
40

What is the cheapest way to reach Greifswald from Cologne?

You can reach Greifswald with just £40 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Tuesday
from £62
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
from £40
Sunday
from £63
Monday

    Cheapest Trains Tuesday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    9h 25m
    0
    03:42
    Cologne
    Ehrenfeld Train Station
    13:07
    Greifswald
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £62
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 21m
    0
    05:54
    Cologne
    Ehrenfeld Train Station
    13:15
    Greifswald
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £64
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 50m
    0
    07:29
    Cologne
    Ehrenfeld Train Station
    15:19
    Greifswald
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £64
  • Deutsche Bahn
    8h 1m
    0
    09:20
    Cologne
    Ehrenfeld Train Station
    17:21
    Greifswald
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £64

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    18h 5m
    0
    03:40
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    21:45
    Greifswald
    Central bus station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £40
  • FlixBus
    18h 15m
    0
    22:20
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    16:35
    Greifswald
    Central bus station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £40

    Cheapest Trains Sunday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    9h 0m
    0
    06:08
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    15:08
    Greifswald
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £63
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 52m
    0
    05:23
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    13:15
    Greifswald
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £64
  • Deutsche Bahn
    8h 23m
    0
    06:45
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    15:08
    Greifswald
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £68

What are the fastest trips from Cologne to Greifswald?

You can get to Greifswald from Cologne in just 7h 21m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Tuesday
from 7h 21m
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
from 18h 5m
Sunday
from 7h 52m
Monday

    Fastest Trains Tuesday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 21m
    0
    05:54
    Cologne
    Ehrenfeld Train Station
    13:15
    Greifswald
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £64
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 50m
    0
    07:29
    Cologne
    Ehrenfeld Train Station
    15:19
    Greifswald
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £64
  • Deutsche Bahn
    8h 1m
    0
    09:20
    Cologne
    Ehrenfeld Train Station
    17:21
    Greifswald
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £64
  • Deutsche Bahn
    9h 25m
    0
    03:42
    Cologne
    Ehrenfeld Train Station
    13:07
    Greifswald
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £62

    Fastest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    18h 5m
    0
    03:40
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    21:45
    Greifswald
    Central bus station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £40
  • FlixBus
    18h 15m
    0
    22:20
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    16:35
    Greifswald
    Central bus station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £40

    Fastest Trains Sunday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 52m
    0
    05:23
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    13:15
    Greifswald
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £64
  • Deutsche Bahn
    8h 23m
    0
    06:45
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    15:08
    Greifswald
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £68
  • Deutsche Bahn
    9h 0m
    0
    06:08
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    15:08
    Greifswald
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £63
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Cologne to Greifswald

What are the most popular stations in Cologne and Greifswald?

In Cologne, you will usually depart from Central Station, Messe/Deutz Train Station or Central Bus Station, while in Greifswald you will be arriving at Central Station, Central bus station or Klinikum Bus Stop, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Greifswald from Cologne? With 4 connections between 1 Train and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Cologne and Greifswald, you can pay as low as £40 with a Bus from FlixBus.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from Deutsche Bahn: you will get to Greifswald in just 7h 21m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Cologne and Greifswald are Deutsche Bahn and FlixBus, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Cologne and Greifswald is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Huerth or to Dersekow, and look at flights from Dusseldorf Airport, and landing at . Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Cologne to Greifswald?

The most popular companies between Cologne and Greifswald, are Deutsche Bahn and FlixBus. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn

All you need to know when you travel from Cologne to Greifswald

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Cologne to Greifswald. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Cologne to Greifswald

How can I reach Greifswald from Cologne?

Every day, there are on average 4 connections between Train and Bus, with which you can get to Greifswald from Cologne.

How far is Greifswald from Cologne?

The distance between Cologne and Greifswald is 558.3 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Cologne and Greifswald?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 15 kgs of CO2, a train 20 kgs, a car 95 kgs, and a flight 137 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Cologne to Greifswald?

You can get to Greifswald with just £40 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.

What is the fastest way to get from Cologne to Greifswald?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Greifswald in just 7h 21m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.

More routes to Cologne and to Greifswald

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Cologne and to Greifswald. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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