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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Alsace is to drive which costs €60 - €90 and takes 4h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Alsace is to drive which takes 4h 2m and costs €60 - €90.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Alsace?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Alsace. However, there are services departing from Cologne and arriving at Alumnat via Mannheim central bus station and Selestat Gare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Alsace?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Alsace. However, there are services departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Scherwiller via Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof and Strasbourg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

How far is it from Cologne to Alsace?

The distance between Cologne and Alsace is 431 km. The road distance is 375.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Alsace without a car is to train via Karlsruhe which takes 5h 50m and costs €70 - €170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 50m to get from Cologne to Alsace, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Alsace bus from?

Cologne to Alsace bus services, operated by Hak Bus, depart from Cologne station.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Alsace train from?

Cologne to Alsace train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Hbf station.

Train or bus from Cologne to Alsace?

The best way to get from Cologne to Alsace is to train via Karlsruhe which takes 5h 50m and costs €70 - €170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 10h 17m.

Where does the Cologne to Alsace bus arrive?

Cologne to Alsace bus services, operated by Hak Bus, arrive at Mannheim, ZOB station.

Where does the Cologne to Alsace train arrive?

Cologne to Alsace train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Alsace?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Alsace is 376 km. It takes approximately 4h 2m to drive from Cologne to Alsace.

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

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Where can I stay near Alsace?

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There are 4 ways to get from Cologne to Alsace by train, bus, or car

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Train via Karlsruhe
best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhoftrain 43 / ...
2. Take the train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Strasbourg Bahnhoftrain 83 / ...
3. Take the train from Strasbourg to Scherwillertrain Ter
5h 50m
€74–163
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Köln Süd to Offenburgtrain Nightjet
2. Take the train from Strasbourg to Scherwillertrain Ter
7h 49m
€60–173
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cologne to Mannheim, ZOBbus
2. Take the bus from Mannheim central bus station to Colmarbus FlixBus 108 / ...
10h 17m
Drive 375.8 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Alsacecar 375.8 km
4h 2m
€61–87

Cologne to Alsace by train

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Distance: 430.8 km
Duration: 5h 50m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Alsace, Grand Est, France?

You can take a train from Köln Hbf to Scherwiller via Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof, Strasbourg Bahnhof, and Strasbourg in around 5h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cologne to Alumnat via Mannheim central bus station, Colmar, Colmar, Selestat, and Selestat Gare in around 10h 17m.

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