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

The cheapest way to get from Bad Vilbel to Cologne is to bus which costs €6 - €14 and takes 4h 17m.

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 Bad Vilbel Südbahnhof and arriving at Köln Hbf via Frankfurt am Main. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

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 Hbf 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 194 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 SARVALTEH AUTO, depart from Frankfurt am Main 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 €6 - €14 and takes 4h 17m.

Where does the Bad Vilbel to Cologne bus arrive?

Bad Vilbel to Cologne bus services, operated by SARVALTEH AUTO, arrive at Köln Hbf 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 Hbftrain 79 / ...
2h 2m
€33–146
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Frankfurt am Main to Köln Hbfbus
4h 17m
€6–14
Drive 183.5 km
1. Drive from Bad Vilbel to Colognecar 183.5 km
2h 3m
€27–38
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Bad Vilbel Südbahnhof to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane FRA - DUS
3. Take the train from Düsseldorf Hbf to Köln Hbftrain
3h 13m
€106–175
Train via Köln Messe/Deutz Bf
1. Take the train from Bad Vilbel Südbahnhof to Frankfurttrain S6
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 41 / ...
2h 8m
€33–146
Train via Frankfurt
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

Bad Vilbel to Cologne by train

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Distance: 194.3 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 Hbf via Frankfurt in around 2h 2m. Alternatively, SARVALTEH AUTO operates a bus from Frankfurt am Main to Köln Hbf once daily. Tickets cost €6–14 and the journey takes 2h 48m.

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