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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Rouen is to drive which costs €80 - €120 and takes 4h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Rouen is to drive which takes 4h 51m and costs €80 - €120.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Rouen?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Rouen. However, there are services departing from Koeln Hbf and arriving at Rouen Rive Droite via Magenta and Paris St Lazare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 24m.

How far is it from Cologne to Rouen?

The distance between Cologne and Rouen is 669 km. The road distance is 516.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Rouen without a car is to train via Paris which takes 5h 24m and costs €170 - €310.

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

It takes approximately 5h 24m to get from Cologne to Rouen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Rouen train from?

Cologne to Rouen train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Koeln Hbf station.

Where does the Cologne to Rouen train arrive?

Cologne to Rouen train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Paris Nord station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Rouen?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Rouen is 517 km. It takes approximately 4h 51m to drive from Cologne to Rouen.

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

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Where can I stay near Rouen?

There are 1447+ hotels available in Rouen.

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There are 5 ways to get from Cologne to Rouen by train (Eurostar), car, plane, or train

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Train via Paris
best
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Paris Nordtrain Thalys
2. Take the train from Paris St Lazare to Rouen Rive Droitetrain Ter / ...
5h 24m
€178–301
Drive 516.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Cologne to Rouencar 516.6 km
4h 51m
€81–117
Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport, train
1. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG)plane DUS - CDG
2. Take the train from Paris St Lazare to Rouen Rive Droitetrain
6h 33m
€154–378
Train
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Paris Nordtrain Tha
2. Take the train from Paris St Lazare to Rouen Rive Droitetrain Ter / ...
5h 59m
€122–303
Train to Frankfurt, fly, train
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG)plane FRA - CDG
3. Take the train from Paris St Lazare to Rouen Rive Droitetrain
6h 42m
€135–396

Cologne to Rouen by train

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Distance: 669.3 km
Duration: 5h 24m

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

You can take a train from Koeln Hbf to Rouen Rive Droite via Paris Nord, Magenta, Haussmann Saint-Lazare, and Paris St Lazare in around 5h 24m.

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