How to travel from Cologne to Split, Croatia

The distance between Cologne and Split is around 1,108km (689 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 35m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Cologne to Split by train, plane and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Fly

Fly from Cologne Bonn (CGN) to Split (SPU).

  • Duration2h 35m
  • Flight time1h 50m
  • Typical cost
    HRK 660($88)
Operated byEurowings+ 2 others

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Train

Take the train to München Hbf, Salzburg Hbf, Villach Hbf then Zagreb Glavni Kol. and then to Split.

  • Duration19h 20m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    HRK 1,800($240)
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Drive

Drive to Split.

  • Duration13h 10m
  • Distance1,466km (911 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Cologne and Split

There are several options for getting from Cologne to Split by train, plane and car. The cheapest option is to fly which costs around HRK 660 ($88) and will take around 2h 35m.

The distance between Cologne and Split is around 1,108km (689 miles).

It takes around 3hrs to get from Cologne and Split by train and plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 13h 10m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Cologne to Split is to fly which takes around 2h 35m and will set you back approx HRK 660 ($88).

The cheapest way to travel between Cologne and Split, if you exclude driving, is to fly which will typically cost around HRK 660 ($88) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Cologne and Split. It typically takes around 19h 20m and departs once daily.

There are no direct train services that runs from Cologne to Split. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in München Hbf, Salzburg Hbf, Villach Hbf and Zagreb Glavni Kol.. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 19h 20m.

Deutsche Bahn, Transdev, WESTbahn, Meridian, BOB & BRB, Austrian Railways (ÖBB), Railjet, ÖBB Intercity, Croatian Railways (HŽPP) and Hungarian Railways (MÁV) run train services between Cologne and Split. Trains depart once daily and will take around 19h 20m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Cologne and Split. We recommend that you fly from Cologne Bonn (CGN) to Split (SPU). instead which will take 2h 35m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Cologne and Split. Flights depart from Cologne Bonn (CGN) and arrive at Split (SPU). The flight takes around 1h 50m.

Yes there is a direct flight between Cologne and Split with no stop-overs required. Flights typically take around 1h 50m.

Eurowings, Lufthansa and Croatia Airlines fly between Cologne and Split. Flights depart from Cologne Bonn (CGN) and and arrive into Split (SPU). These flights usually take around 1h 50m.

The flight from Cologne to Split typically takes around 1h 50m. Flights depart from Cologne Bonn (CGN) and and arrive into Split (SPU).

The closest major airport to Split is Split Airport (SPU) (SPU) which is approximately 12km (7 miles) from Split. Zagreb Airport (ZAG) (ZAG) and Osijek Airport (OSI) (OSI) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Cologne and Split. The distance is around 1,466km (911 miles) by road and it will take around 13h 10m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Cologne to Split is to take the train and then fly which takes, on average, 3hrs and will usually cost around HRK 1,545 ($205).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Cologne and Split

Transport options from Cologne to Split
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 2 similar
2h 35m
HRK 660($88)
hourly1,108km (689 miles)
Train to Frankfurt, Fly2h 60m
HRK 1,195($160)
hourly1,123km (698 miles)
Train and Plane3hrs
HRK 1,545($205)
every 3 hours1,201km (747 miles)
Train
19h 20m
HRK 1,800($240)
once daily1,563km (971 miles)
Drive
13h 10m
HRK 1,815($240)
on demand1,466km (911 miles)

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Airports near Split

The following major airports near Split offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Croatia and internationally.

SPU
Split Airport (SPU)
Domestic Airport
Distance
12km (7 miles) from Split
ZAG
Zagreb Airport (ZAG)
International Airport
Distance
249km (155 miles) from Split
OSI
Osijek Airport (OSI)
International Airport
Distance
287km (178 miles) from Split