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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Frankreich is to bus which costs €35 - €90 and takes 7h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Frankreich is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Frankreich?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Frankreich station. However, there are services departing from Köln and arriving at Karlsruhe central train station via Frankfurt central train station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Frankreich?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Frankreich. However, there are services departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Lauterbourg, Bahnhof via Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof and Wörth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.

How far is it from Cologne to Frankreich?

The distance between Cologne and Frankreich is 324 km. The road distance is 295.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Frankreich without a car is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs €55 - €240.

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

It takes approximately 4h 3m to get from Cologne to Frankreich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Frankreich bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cologne to Frankreich train from?

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

Train or bus from Cologne to Frankreich?

The best way to get from Cologne to Frankreich is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs €55 - €240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €90 and takes 7h 8m.

Where does the Cologne to Frankreich bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cologne to Frankreich train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cologne to Frankreich?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Frankreich is 296 km. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Cologne to Frankreich.

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

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Where can I stay near Frankreich?

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Cologne to Frankreich - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhoftrain 43 / ...
4h 3m
€58–235
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Köln to Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOBbus Ivano-Frankivsk
2. Take the bus from Frankfurt central train station to Karlsruhe central train stationbus FlixBus 108 / ...
7h 8m
€39–90
Drive 295.8 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Frankreichcar 295.8 km
2h 50m
€46–66
Train via Boppard
1. Take the train from Köln Süd Bf to Boppard Hauptbahnhoftrain Rb26
2. Take the train from Boppard Hauptbahnhof to Wörthtrain Re21
6h 18m
€62–103

Cologne to Frankreich by train

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Distance: 324.3 km
Duration: 4h 3m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Frankreich, France?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Köln Hbf to Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof hourly. Tickets cost €50–230 and the journey takes 2h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Köln to Lauterbourg, Bahnhof via Frankfurt central train station, Karlsruhe central train station, Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof, and Wörth in around 7h 8m.

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