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

The cheapest way to get from Düsseldorf to Cologne is to rideshare which costs €3 and takes 49 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Düsseldorf to Cologne is to train which takes 24 min and costs €4 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Düsseldorf and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from D-Sonnenstraße and arriving at Köln Messe/Deutz Bahnhof. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Düsseldorf and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Düsseldorf Hbf and arriving at Köln Hbf. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 24 min.

How far is it from Düsseldorf to Cologne?

The distance between Düsseldorf and Cologne is 40 km. The road distance is 38.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Düsseldorf to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 24 min and costs €4 - €35.

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

The train from Düsseldorf Hbf to Köln Hbf takes 24 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Düsseldorf to Cologne bus from?

Düsseldorf to Cologne bus services, operated by DB Bus, depart from D-Sonnenstraße station.

Where do I catch the Düsseldorf to Cologne train from?

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

Train or bus from Düsseldorf to Cologne?

The best way to get from Düsseldorf to Cologne is to train which takes 24 min and costs €4 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €7 - €10 and takes 1h 46m.

Where does the Düsseldorf to Cologne bus arrive?

Düsseldorf to Cologne bus services, operated by DB Bus, arrive at Köln Messe/Deutz Bahnhof station.

Where does the Düsseldorf to Cologne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Düsseldorf to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Düsseldorf to Cologne is 38 km. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Düsseldorf to Cologne.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Düsseldorf to Cologne?

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1856+ hotels available in Cologne.

Can I share a ride from Düsseldorf to Cologne?

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

Düsseldorf to Cologne - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Düsseldorf to Cologne by train (Eurostar), bus, car, taxi, or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Düsseldorf Hbf to Köln Hbftrain 43 / ...
24 min
€4–35
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Düsseldorf to Colognerideshare 40.4 km
49 min
€3
Bus
1. Take the bus from D-Sonnenstraße to Köln Messe/Deutz Bahnhofbus S6
1h 46m
€7–10
Drive 38.3 km
1. Drive from Düsseldorf to Colognecar 38.3 km
27 min
€6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Düsseldorf to Colognetaxi 38.3 km
27 min
€95–120

Düsseldorf to Cologne by train

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Distance: 39.8 km
Duration: 24 min

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Düsseldorf Hbf to Köln Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €7–35 and the journey takes 24 min. Six other operators also service this route. Alternatively, DB Bus operates a bus from D-Sonnenstraße to Köln Messe/Deutz Bahnhof 3 times a day. Tickets cost €7–10 and the journey takes 1h 46m. GrandBus also services this route once daily.

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