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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Bad Homburg is to bus which costs €26 - €32 and takes 2h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Bad Homburg is to train which takes 1h 38m and costs €35 - €120.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Bad Homburg?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Bad Homburg. However, there are services departing from Köln and arriving at Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Bad Homburg?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Bad Homburg. However, there are services departing from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf and arriving at Bad Homburg v.d.H. Bahnhof via Frankfurt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 38m.

How far is it from Cologne to Bad Homburg?

The distance between Cologne and Bad Homburg is 197 km. The road distance is 172.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Bad Homburg without a car is to train which takes 1h 38m and costs €35 - €120.

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

It takes approximately 1h 38m to get from Cologne to Bad Homburg, including transfers.

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

Cologne to Bad Homburg bus services, operated by GrandBus, depart from Köln station.

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

Cologne to Bad Homburg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.

Train or bus from Cologne to Bad Homburg?

The best way to get from Cologne to Bad Homburg is to train which takes 1h 38m and costs €35 - €120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €26 - €32 and takes 2h 41m.

Where does the Cologne to Bad Homburg bus arrive?

Cologne to Bad Homburg bus services, operated by GrandBus, arrive at Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB station.

Where does the Cologne to Bad Homburg train arrive?

Cologne to Bad Homburg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Frankfurt station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Bad Homburg?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Bad Homburg is 172 km. It takes approximately 1h 47m to drive from Cologne to Bad Homburg.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cologne to Bad Homburg?

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Where can I stay near Bad Homburg?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Frankfurttrain 41 / ...
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Bad Homburg v.d.H. Bahnhoftrain S5 / ...
1h 38m
€35–112
Train via Koeln Hbf
cheapest
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Frankfurt(Main)Hbftrain Ice
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Bad Homburg v.d.H. Bahnhoftrain S5 / ...
1h 41m
€23–113
Bus
1. Take the bus from Köln to Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOBbus Ivano-Frankivsk
2h 41m
€27–31
Drive 172.3 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Bad Homburgcar 172.3 km
1h 47m
€25–36
Line 41 train, fly, train
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Düsseldorf Hbftrain
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane DUS - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Bad Homburg v.d.H. Bahnhoftrain
3h 26m
€108–192

Cologne to Bad Homburg by train

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Distance: 197.2 km
Duration: 1h 38m

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

You can take a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Bad Homburg v.d.H. Bahnhof via Frankfurt in around 1h 38m. Alternatively, GrandBus operates a bus from Köln to Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB once daily. Tickets cost €23–26 and the journey takes 2h 3m.

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