What is the cheapest way to get from Altstadt to Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Altstadt to Cologne is to bus which costs €6 - €14 and takes 2h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Altstadt to Cologne is to train which takes 1h 9m and costs €20 - €140.

Is there a direct bus between Altstadt and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB and arriving at Köln. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Altstadt and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Frankfurt and arriving at Köln Hbf. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 9m.

How far is it from Altstadt to Cologne?

The distance between Altstadt and Cologne is 179 km. The road distance is 178.3 km.

How do I travel from Altstadt to Cologne without a car?

The best way to get from Altstadt to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 1h 9m and costs €20 - €140.

How long does it take to get from Altstadt to Cologne?

The train from Frankfurt to Cologne Hbf takes 1h 9m including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Altstadt to Cologne bus from?

Altstadt to Cologne bus services, operated by GrandBus, depart from Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB station.

Where do I catch the Altstadt to Cologne train from?

Altstadt to Cologne train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Frankfurt station.

Train or bus from Altstadt to Cologne?

The best way to get from Altstadt to Cologne is to train which takes 1h 9m and costs €20 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €6 - €14 and takes 2h 3m.

Where does the Altstadt to Cologne bus arrive?

Altstadt to Cologne bus services, operated by GrandBus, arrive at Köln station.

Where does the Altstadt to Cologne train arrive?

Altstadt to Cologne train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Köln Hbf station.

Can I drive from Altstadt to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Altstadt to Cologne is 178 km. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Altstadt to Cologne.

How do I get a train ticket from Altstadt to Cologne?

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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Altstadt to Cologne - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Hbftrain Nightjet / ...
1h 9m
€20–140
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB to Kölnbus Ivano-Frankivsk
2h 3m
€6–14
Drive 178.3 km
1. Drive from Altstadt to Colognecar 178.3 km
2h
€26–37
Fly, train
1. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane FRA - DUS
2. Take the train from Düsseldorf Hbf to Köln Hbftrain
2h 53m
€104–164
Train via Frankfurt
1. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Hbftrain 79 / ...
1h 50m
€33–143
Train via Frankfurt #2
1. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 41 / ...
1h 53m
€33–143

Altstadt to Cologne by train

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Distance: 179.4 km
Duration: 1h 9m

What companies run services between Altstadt, Hesse, Germany and Cologne, Germany?

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Frankfurt to Köln Hbf every 3 hours. Tickets cost €20–45 and the journey takes 1h 9m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, GrandBus operates a bus from Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB to Köln once daily, and the journey takes 2h 3m. SARVALTEH AUTO also services this route once daily.

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