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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Emden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £39 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 18m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £39, while a flight costs an average of £471.
Distance: 271 km
Most popular Train | Flight | Coach | Driving |
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£56 Average Price | £471 Average Price | £39 Average Price Cheapest | £42 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 23m Average total duration 3h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration Fastest 2h 18m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 9h 10m Average total duration 8h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare the available ways to get from Cologne to Emden, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Cologne to Emden:
A coach is £18 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne to Emden costing on average £56.
A coach is £433 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cologne to Emden costing on average £471.
Other travel options to Emden take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 23m.
Coach takes on average 9h 10m.
Tickets start at around £56 compared to roughly £42 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£14. The journey takes 3h 53m versus 3h 35m 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.
How to get to Emden from Cologne by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Cologne to Emden is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Emden are Oldenburg, Borkum, Leer, Bremen and Aurich. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Emden on Omio.
Oldenburg is a laid-back university city in Lower Saxony, known for cycling, parks and a compact historic centre. Schloss Oldenburg, brick architecture and a lively café scene give it a cultured but easy-going character.
Borkum is a North Sea island town known for broad beaches, dunes and clean sea air. Its relaxed resort atmosphere and position in the Wadden Sea give it a distinctly maritime character.
Leer is an East Frisian town known for its historic centre, small harbour and network of canals. Gabled houses, waterside streets and a strong seafaring tradition give it a calm maritime character.
Bremen is a historic Hanseatic city on the Weser, known for its market square and the Town Musicians of Bremen. Its compact centre mixes brick Gothic architecture, maritime heritage and a relaxed northern character.
Aurich is a compact East Frisian town known for brick buildings, canals and a calm historic centre. The market square and Schlossbezirk reflect its regional character, with nearby moorland and coast shaping its laid-back feel.
Travel to Emden 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 Cologne to Emden.
This is compared to other travel options from Cologne to Emden:
A coach is £18 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne to Emden costing on average £56.
A coach is £433 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cologne to Emden costing on average £471.
Other travel options to Emden take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 23m.
Coach takes on average 9h 10m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Cologne and Emden as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
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