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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Duisburg is to rideshare which costs €5 and takes 1h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Duisburg is to train which takes 33 min and costs €4 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Duisburg?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis and arriving at Mercatorstraße, Duisburg. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 34 min.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Duisburg?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf and arriving at Duisburg Hbf. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 33 min.

How far is it from Cologne to Duisburg?

The distance between Cologne and Duisburg is 62 km. The road distance is 64.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Duisburg without a car is to train which takes 33 min and costs €4 - €45.

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

The train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Duisburg Hbf takes 33 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Duisburg bus from?

Cologne to Duisburg bus services, operated by OrionBus, depart from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis station.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Duisburg train from?

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

Train or bus from Cologne to Duisburg?

The best way to get from Cologne to Duisburg is to train which takes 33 min and costs €4 - €45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 34 min.

Where does the Cologne to Duisburg bus arrive?

Cologne to Duisburg bus services, operated by OrionBus, arrive at Mercatorstraße, Duisburg station.

Where does the Cologne to Duisburg train arrive?

Cologne to Duisburg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Duisburg Hbf station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Duisburg?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Duisburg is 65 km. It takes approximately 43 min to drive from Cologne to Duisburg.

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

Book your Cologne to Duisburg train tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

How do I get a bus ticket from Cologne to Duisburg?

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Where can I stay near Duisburg?

There are 2734+ hotels available in Duisburg.

Can I share a ride from Cologne to Duisburg?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Cologne and Duisburg. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Cologne to Duisburg - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and subway

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There are 6 ways to get from Cologne to Duisburg by train (Eurostar), bus, car, taxi, train, subway, or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Duisburg Hbftrain 41 / ...
33 min
€4–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Mercatorstraße, Duisburgbus Mykolayiv
34 min
Drive 64.5 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Duisburgcar 64.5 km
43 min
€10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cologne to Duisburgtaxi 64.5 km
43 min
€190–230
Train, subway
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to D-Oberbilk S Utrain S6
2. Take the subway from D-Oberbilk S U to Duisburg König-Heinrich-Platzsubway U79
1h 54m
€15–22
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Cologne to Duisburgrideshare 64.8 km
1h 7m
€5

Cologne to Duisburg by train

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Distance: 62.5 km
Duration: 33 min

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Duisburg Hbf every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €11–45 and the journey takes 33 min. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, OrionBus operates a bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Mercatorstraße, Duisburg once daily, and the journey takes 34 min.

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