What is the cheapest way to get from Bad Vilbel to Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Bad Vilbel to Cologne is to train via Cologne Hbf which costs €22 - €55 and takes 2h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bad Vilbel to Cologne?

The fastest way to get from Bad Vilbel to Cologne is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs €30 - €150.

Is there a direct bus between Bad Vilbel and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Bad Vilbel to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB and arriving at Köln via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Bad Vilbel and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Bad Vilbel to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Bad Vilbel Südbahnhof and arriving at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Frankfurt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 2m.

How far is it from Bad Vilbel to Cologne?

The distance between Bad Vilbel and Cologne is 193 km. The road distance is 183.5 km.

How do I travel from Bad Vilbel to Cologne without a car?

The best way to get from Bad Vilbel to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs €30 - €150.

How long does it take to get from Bad Vilbel to Cologne?

It takes approximately 2h 2m to get from Bad Vilbel to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bad Vilbel to Cologne bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bad Vilbel to Cologne train from?

Bad Vilbel to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Bad Vilbel Südbahnhof station.

Train or bus from Bad Vilbel to Cologne?

The best way to get from Bad Vilbel to Cologne is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs €30 - €150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €26 - €35 and takes 3h 21m.

Where does the Bad Vilbel to Cologne bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bad Vilbel to Cologne train arrive?

Bad Vilbel to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Frankfurt station.

Can I drive from Bad Vilbel to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Bad Vilbel to Cologne is 184 km. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from Bad Vilbel to Cologne.

How do I get a train ticket from Bad Vilbel to Cologne?

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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

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There are 6 ways to get from Bad Vilbel to Cologne by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bad Vilbel Südbahnhof to Frankfurttrain S6
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 41 / ...
2h 2m
€34–146
Train via Cologne Hbf
cheapest
1. Take the train from Bad Vilbel Südbahnhof to Frankfurttrain S6
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Hbftrain Ice / ...
2h 27m
€23–51
Bus
1. Take the bus from Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB to Kölnbus Ivano-Frankivsk
3h 21m
€27–32
Drive 183.5 km
1. Drive from Bad Vilbel to Colognecar 183.5 km
2h 3m
€26–38
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
3h 15m
€102–205
Train via Cologne Hbf #2
1. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Hbftrain 49 / ...
2h 33m
€34–146

Bad Vilbel to Cologne by train

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Distance: 193.1 km
Duration: 2h 2m

What companies run services between Bad Vilbel, Germany and Cologne, Germany?

You can take a train from Bad Vilbel Südbahnhof to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Frankfurt in around 2h 2m. Alternatively, GrandBus operates a bus from Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB to Köln once daily. Tickets cost €23–26 and the journey takes 2h 3m.

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