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Compare 2 ways to go from Madrid to Cologne
| Average Price | Average Duration | CO₂ emissions | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average PriceUS$102 - US$392 | Average Duration1d 3h | 36kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars | CheapestMost eco-friendly | ||
Carpool | Average PriceUS$126 - US$151 | Average Duration18h 30m | 60kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars | Fastest |
Busbud recommends carpooling from Madrid to CologneAmong the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 18 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$126, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Madrid - Cologne
What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Madrid to Cologne?
Trains travelling between Madrid and Cologne leave from Madrid Puerta De Atocha or Madrid-Chamartin and arrive at Hbf, Cologne/Bonn Airport, Köln-Blumenberg.
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Train Travel Tips
Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Madrid to Cologne is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.
Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Cologne, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.
The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Madrid and Cologne compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.
Create your real-life musical score by curating a personalized train travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your train ride from Madrid to Cologne.
Did you know?
One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!
Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.
Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.
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