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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Ludwigsburg is to train via Oberwesel which costs €50 - €70 and takes 6h 7m.

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 €35 - €130.

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 €35 - €130.

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 train from?

Cologne to Ludwigsburg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf 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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Where can I stay near Ludwigsburg?

There are 1318+ hotels available in Ludwigsburg.

Cologne to Ludwigsburg - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Cologne to Ludwigsburg by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Hauptbahnhoftrain 47 / ...
2h 20m
€39–127
Drive 334.6 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Ludwigsburgcar 334.6 km
3h 19m
€63–90
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Duesseldorf Flughafentrain
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane DUS - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Hauptbahnhoftrain
4h 48m
€131–212
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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2h 20mAverage Duration

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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 €55–120 and the journey takes 2h 3m. Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) also services this route 5 times a day.

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