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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Wuppertal is to rideshare which costs €3 and takes 59 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Wuppertal is to train which takes 29 min and costs €8 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Wuppertal?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Köln Bf Deutz/Messe LANXESS arena and arriving at Wuppertal Hbf. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Wuppertal?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Wuppertal Hbf. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 29 min.

How far is it from Cologne to Wuppertal?

The distance between Cologne and Wuppertal is 45 km. The road distance is 50.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Wuppertal without a car is to train which takes 29 min and costs €8 - €35.

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

The train from Cologne Hbf to Wuppertal Hbf takes 29 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Wuppertal bus from?

Cologne to Wuppertal bus services, operated by go.on, depart from Köln Bf Deutz/Messe LANXESS arena station.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Wuppertal train from?

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

Train or bus from Cologne to Wuppertal?

The best way to get from Cologne to Wuppertal is to train which takes 29 min and costs €8 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h 14m.

Where does the Cologne to Wuppertal bus arrive?

Cologne to Wuppertal bus services, operated by go.on, arrive at Wuppertal Hbf station.

Where does the Cologne to Wuppertal train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cologne to Wuppertal?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Wuppertal is 50 km. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Cologne to Wuppertal.

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

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Where can I stay near Wuppertal?

There are 1588+ hotels available in Wuppertal.

Can I share a ride from Cologne to Wuppertal?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Cologne and Wuppertal. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Cologne to Wuppertal - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, car

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There are 5 ways to get from Cologne to Wuppertal by train, bus, rideshare, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Wuppertal Hbftrain 10 / ...
29 min
€8–35
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Cologne to Wuppertalrideshare 52.6 km
59 min
€3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Köln Bf Deutz/Messe LANXESS arena to Wuppertal Hbfbus Rb48 / ...
2h 14m
Drive 50.3 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Wuppertalcar 50.3 km
37 min
€8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cologne to Wuppertaltaxi 50.3 km
37 min
€120–150

Cologne to Wuppertal by train

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Distance: 45.3 km
Duration: 29 min

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Köln Hbf to Wuppertal Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €8–35 and the journey takes 29 min. National Express also services this route every 15 minutes. Alternatively, go.on operates a bus from Köln Bf Deutz/Messe LANXESS arena to Wuppertal Hbf hourly, and the journey takes 2h 14m. Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) also services this route every 4 hours.

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