What is the cheapest way to get from Cologne Central Station to Merkenich?

The cheapest way to get from Cologne Central Station to Merkenich is to drive which costs €1 - €3 and takes 16 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Cologne Central Station to Merkenich?

The fastest way to get from Cologne Central Station to Merkenich is to taxi which takes 16 min and costs €35 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne Central Station and Merkenich?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Köln Breslauer Platz/Hbf and arriving at Köln Merkenich. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 27 min.

Is there a direct train between Cologne Central Station and Merkenich?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Köln Ebertplatz and arriving at Köln Merkenich Mitte. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 22 min.

How far is it from Cologne Central Station to Merkenich?

The distance between Cologne Central Station and Merkenich is 13 km. The road distance is 11.8 km.

How do I travel from Cologne Central Station to Merkenich without a car?

The best way to get from Cologne Central Station to Merkenich without a car is to line 124 bus which takes 27 min and costs .

How long does it take to get from Cologne Central Station to Merkenich?

The line 124 bus from Köln Breslauer Platz/Hbf to Köln Merkenich takes 27 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Cologne Central Station to Merkenich bus from?

Cologne Central Station to Merkenich bus services, operated by KVB Kölner Verkehrs-Betriebe AG, depart from Köln Breslauer Platz/Hbf station.

Where do I catch the Cologne Central Station to Merkenich train from?

Cologne Central Station to Merkenich train services, operated by KVB Kölner Verkehrs-Betriebe AG, depart from Köln Ebertplatz station.

Where does the Cologne Central Station to Merkenich bus arrive?

Cologne Central Station to Merkenich bus services, operated by KVB Kölner Verkehrs-Betriebe AG, arrive at Köln Merkenich station.

Where does the Cologne Central Station to Merkenich train arrive?

Cologne Central Station to Merkenich train services, operated by KVB Kölner Verkehrs-Betriebe AG, arrive at Köln Merkenich Mitte station.

Can I drive from Cologne Central Station to Merkenich?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne Central Station to Merkenich is 12 km. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from Cologne Central Station to Merkenich.

Where can I stay near Merkenich?

There are 1791+ hotels available in Merkenich.

Cologne Central Station to Merkenich - 5 ways to travel via line 124 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Cologne Central Station to Merkenich by bus, tram, taxi, or car

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Line 124 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Köln Breslauer Platz/Hbf to Köln Merkenichbus 124
27 min
Line 12 tram
cheapest
1. Take the tram from Köln Ebertplatz to Köln Merkenich Mittetram 12
34 min
€2–4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cologne Central Station to Merkenichtaxi 11.8 km
16 min
€35–50
Drive 11.8 km
1. Drive from Cologne Central Station to Merkenichcar 11.8 km
16 min
€2–3
Line 12 tram via Köln Hansaring
1. Take the tram from Köln Hansaring to Köln Merkenich Mittetram 12
36 min
€2–4

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Distance: 13.3 km
Duration: 27 min

What companies run services between Cologne Central Station, Germany and Merkenich, Germany?

KVB Kölner Verkehrs-Betriebe AG operates a bus from Köln Breslauer Platz/Hbf to Köln Merkenich hourly, and the journey takes 27 min. Alternatively, KVB Kölner Verkehrs-Betriebe AG operates a vehicle from Köln Ebertplatz to Köln Merkenich Mitte every 20 minutes. Tickets cost €2–4 and the journey takes 22 min.

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