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

The cheapest way to get from Düsseldorf to Cologne Central Station is to rideshare which costs €3 and takes 1h.

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

The fastest way to get from Düsseldorf to Cologne Central Station is to train which takes 21 min and costs €4 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Düsseldorf and Cologne Central Station?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from D-Oberbilk S U and arriving at Köln Breslauer Platz/Hbf. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Düsseldorf and Cologne Central Station?

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 21 min.

How far is it from Düsseldorf to Cologne Central Station?

The distance between Düsseldorf and Cologne Central Station is 40 km. The road distance is 37.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Düsseldorf to Cologne Central Station without a car is to train which takes 21 min and costs €4 - €35.

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

The train from Düsseldorf Hbf to Köln Hbf takes 21 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Düsseldorf to Cologne Central Station bus from?

Düsseldorf to Cologne Central Station bus services, operated by DB Bus, depart from D-Oberbilk S U station.

Where do I catch the Düsseldorf to Cologne Central Station train from?

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

Train or bus from Düsseldorf to Cologne Central Station?

The best way to get from Düsseldorf to Cologne Central Station is to train which takes 21 min and costs €4 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €7 - €10 and takes 1h 54m.

Where does the Düsseldorf to Cologne Central Station bus arrive?

Düsseldorf to Cologne Central Station bus services, operated by DB Bus, arrive at Köln Breslauer Platz/Hbf station.

Where does the Düsseldorf to Cologne Central Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Düsseldorf to Cologne Central Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Düsseldorf to Cologne Central Station is 37 km. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from Düsseldorf to Cologne Central Station.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne Central Station?

There are 1851+ hotels available in Cologne Central Station.

Can I share a ride from Düsseldorf to Cologne Central Station?

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

Düsseldorf to Cologne Central Station - 5 ways to travel via train, bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Düsseldorf to Cologne Central Station 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 / ...
21 min
€4–35
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Düsseldorf to Colognerideshare 40.4 km
1h
€3
Bus
1. Take the bus from D-Oberbilk S U to Köln Breslauer Platz/Hbfbus S6
1h 54m
€7–10
Drive 37.4 km
1. Drive from Düsseldorf to Cologne Central Stationcar 37.4 km
25 min
€6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Düsseldorf to Cologne Central Stationtaxi 37.4 km
25 min
€90–110

Düsseldorf to Cologne Central Station by train

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Distance: 39.8 km
Duration: 21 min

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Düsseldorf Hbf to Köln Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €7–35 and the journey takes 21 min. Six other operators also service this route. Alternatively, DB Bus operates a bus from D-Oberbilk S U to Köln Breslauer Platz/Hbf 5 times a day. Tickets cost €7–10 and the journey takes 1h 54m. GrandBus also services this route once daily.

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