What is the cheapest way to get from Düsseldorf to Köln Hbf?

The cheapest way to get from Düsseldorf to Köln Hbf is to rideshare which costs €3 and takes 59 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Düsseldorf to Köln Hbf?

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

Is there a direct bus between Düsseldorf and Köln Hbf?

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 Köln Hbf?

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 Köln Hbf?

The distance between Düsseldorf and Köln Hbf is 40 km. The road distance is 37.4 km.

How do I travel from Düsseldorf to Köln Hbf without a car?

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

How long does it take to get from Düsseldorf to Köln Hbf?

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 Köln Hbf bus from?

Düsseldorf to Köln Hbf bus services, operated by DB Bus, depart from D-Oberbilk S U station.

Where do I catch the Düsseldorf to Köln Hbf train from?

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

Train or bus from Düsseldorf to Köln Hbf?

The best way to get from Düsseldorf to Köln Hbf 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 Köln Hbf bus arrive?

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

Where does the Düsseldorf to Köln Hbf train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Düsseldorf to Köln Hbf?

Yes, the driving distance between Düsseldorf to Köln Hbf is 37 km. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from Düsseldorf to Köln Hbf.

How do I get a train ticket from Düsseldorf to Köln Hbf?

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Where can I stay near Köln Hbf?

There are 1851+ hotels available in Köln Hbf.

Can I share a ride from Düsseldorf to Köln Hbf?

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

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Düsseldorf to Köln Hbf 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
59 min
€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 Köln Hbfcar 37.4 km
25 min
€6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Düsseldorf to Köln Hbftaxi 37.4 km
25 min
€95–120

Düsseldorf to Köln Hbf by train

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Distance: 39.8 km
Duration: 21 min

What companies run services between Düsseldorf, Germany and Köln Hbf, 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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