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 €40 - €55 and takes 6h 38m.

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 20m and costs €65 - €140.

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 Köln and arriving at Kornwestheim via Frankfurt central train station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 38m.

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 20m.

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 20m and costs €65 - €140.

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

It takes approximately 2h 20m 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 GrandBus, depart from Köln 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 20m and costs €65 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €55 and takes 6h 38m, you could also fly, which costs €130 - €320 and takes 5h 18m.

Where does the Cologne to Ludwigsburg bus arrive?

Cologne to Ludwigsburg bus services, operated by GrandBus, arrive at Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB 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 - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Cologne to Ludwigsburg by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Hauptbahnhoftrain 47 / ...
2h 20m
€65–133
Train via Koeln Hbf
cheapest
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Stuttgart Hbftrain Ice
2h 22m
€39–134
Bus
1. Take the bus from Köln to Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOBbus Ivano-Frankivsk
2. Take the bus from Frankfurt central train station to Kornwestheimbus N965
6h 38m
€40–51
Drive 334.6 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Ludwigsburgcar 334.6 km
3h 19m
€49–71
Fly Cologne Bonn Airport to Stuttgart Airport
1. Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Stuttgart Airport (STR)plane CGN - STR
5h 18m
€136–320
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
Fly Düsseldorf International Airport to Frankfurt, train
1. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane DUS - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Hauptbahnhoftrain
4h 35m
€123–241

Cologne to Ludwigsburg by train

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Distance: 359.4 km
Duration: 2h 20m

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 €60–130 and the journey takes 2h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Köln to Kornwestheim via Frankfurt central train station in around 6h 38m.

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