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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Ludwigsburg is to bus which costs €30 - €65 and takes 6h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Ludwigsburg is to train which takes 2h 15m and costs €65 - €280.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Ludwigsburg?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Ludwigsburg. However, there are services departing from Cologne Airport CGN and arriving at Kornwestheim via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Ludwigsburg?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Ludwigsburg. However, there are services departing from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf and arriving at Ludwigsburg via Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 15m.

How far is it from Cologne to Ludwigsburg?

The distance between Cologne and Ludwigsburg is 359 km. The road distance is 334.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Ludwigsburg without a car is to train which takes 2h 15m and costs €65 - €280.

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

It takes approximately 2h 15m to get from Cologne to Ludwigsburg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Ludwigsburg bus from?

Cologne to Ludwigsburg bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cologne Airport CGN station.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Ludwigsburg train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Cologne to Ludwigsburg?

The best way to get from Cologne to Ludwigsburg is to train which takes 2h 15m and costs €65 - €280. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €65 and takes 6h 21m, you could also fly, which costs €120 - €340 and takes 5h 8m.

Where does the Cologne to Ludwigsburg bus arrive?

Cologne to Ludwigsburg bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Kornwestheim station.

Where does the Cologne to Ludwigsburg train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cologne to Ludwigsburg?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Ludwigsburg is 335 km. It takes approximately 3h 19m to drive from Cologne to Ludwigsburg.

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

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Cologne to Ludwigsburg - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Hauptbahnhoftrain 47 / ...
2h 15m
€67–276
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cologne Airport CGN to Kornwestheimbus N228
6h 21m
€33–61
Drive 334.6 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Ludwigsburgcar 334.6 km
3h 19m
€48–70
Fly
1. Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Stuttgart Airport (STR)plane CGN - STR
5h 8m
€120–331
Train via Köln Hbf
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Hauptbahnhoftrain 42 / ...
2h 29m
€42–276
Train via Oberwesel
1. Take the train from Köln Süd Bf to Oberwesel Bahnhoftrain Rb26
2. Take the train from Oberwesel Bahnhof to Ludwigsburgtrain Drf
6h 7m
€51–68

Cologne to Ludwigsburg by train

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Distance: 359.3 km
Duration: 2h 15m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Hauptbahnhof hourly. Tickets cost €60–270 and the journey takes 2h 3m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Cologne Airport CGN to Kornwestheim once daily. Tickets cost €30–55 and the journey takes 5h 10m.

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