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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Braunfels is to drive which costs €21 - €35 and takes 1h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Braunfels is to drive which takes 1h 25m and costs €21 - €35.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Braunfels?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Braunfels. However, there are services departing from Koeln Sued and arriving at Wetzlar Bahnhof via Koblenz Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.

How far is it from Cologne to Braunfels?

The distance between Cologne and Braunfels is 163 km. The road distance is 148.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Braunfels without a car is to train and bus and line 185 bus which takes 3h 24m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from Cologne to Braunfels, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Braunfels train from?

Cologne to Braunfels train services, operated by National Express, depart from Koeln Sued station.

Where does the Cologne to Braunfels train arrive?

Cologne to Braunfels train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Koblenz Hbf station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Braunfels?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Braunfels is 149 km. It takes approximately 1h 25m to drive from Cologne to Braunfels.

Where can I stay near Braunfels?

There are 478+ hotels available in Braunfels.

Cologne to Braunfels - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 185 bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Cologne to Braunfels by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus, line 185 bus
best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Montabaur Bahnhoftrain 49 / ...
2. Take the bus from Montabaur to Wetzlarbus
3. Take the bus from Wetzlar Bahnhof/ZOB to Braunfels Busbahnhofbus 185
3h 24m
Drive 148.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Cologne to Braunfelscar 148.6 km
1h 25m
€22–31
Train, line 185 bus
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Limburgtrain 49 / ...
2. Take the train from Limburg to Wetzlar Bahnhoftrain
3. Take the bus from Wetzlar Bahnhof/ZOB to Braunfels Busbahnhofbus 185
3h 51m
Train
1. Take the train from Koeln Sued to Koblenz Hbftrain Re
2. Take the train from Koblenz Hauptbahnhof to Wetzlar Bahnhoftrain Re25
4h 39m
€39–102
Train via Köln West Bf
1. Take the train from Köln West Bf to Koblenz Hauptbahnhoftrain Rb26
2. Take the train from Koblenz Hauptbahnhof to Wetzlar Bahnhoftrain Re25
5h 1m
€40–71

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Distance: 162.7 km
Duration: 3h 24m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Braunfels, Germany?

You can take a train from Koeln Sued to Braunfels Busbahnhof via Koblenz Hbf, Koblenz Hauptbahnhof, Wetzlar Bahnhof, and Wetzlar Bahnhof/ZOB in around 4h 39m.

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