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

The cheapest way to get from Duisburg to Cologne is to rideshare which costs €3 - €6 and takes 1h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Duisburg to Cologne is to train which takes 37 min and costs €7 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Duisburg and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Mercatorstraße, Duisburg and arriving at Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 34 min.

Is there a direct train between Duisburg and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Duisburg Hbf and arriving at Köln Hbf. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 37 min.

How far is it from Duisburg to Cologne?

The distance between Duisburg and Cologne is 64 km. The road distance is 64.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Duisburg to Cologne without a car is to bus which takes 34 min and costs .

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

The bus from Mercatorstraße, Duisburg to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis takes 34 min including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Duisburg to Cologne bus from?

Duisburg to Cologne bus services, operated by OrionBus, depart from Mercatorstraße, Duisburg station.

Where do I catch the Duisburg to Cologne train from?

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

Train or bus from Duisburg to Cologne?

The best way to get from Duisburg to Cologne is to bus which takes 34 min and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs €7 - €50 and takes 37 min.

Where does the Duisburg to Cologne bus arrive?

Duisburg to Cologne bus services, operated by OrionBus, arrive at Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis station.

Where does the Duisburg to Cologne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Duisburg to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Duisburg to Cologne is 64 km. It takes approximately 40 min to drive from Duisburg to Cologne.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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Can I share a ride from Duisburg to Cologne?

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

Duisburg to Cologne - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and subway

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There are 6 ways to get from Duisburg to Cologne by bus, train (Eurostar), car, taxi, subway, train, or rideshare

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Mercatorstraße, Duisburg to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleisbus Mykolayiv
34 min
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Duisburg to Colognerideshare 64.5 km
1h 3m
€3–6
Train
1. Take the train from Duisburg Hbf to Köln Hbftrain 43 / ...
37 min
€7–50
Drive 64.3 km
1. Drive from Duisburg to Colognecar 64.3 km
40 min
€10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Duisburg to Colognetaxi 64.3 km
40 min
€150–190
Subway, train
1. Take the subway from Duisburg König-Heinrich-Platz to D-Oberbilk S Usubway U79
2. Take the train from D-Oberbilk S U to Köln Hbftrain S6
2h 5m
€15–24

Duisburg to Cologne by train

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Distance: 63.6 km
Duration: 34 min

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

OrionBus operates a bus from Mercatorstraße, Duisburg to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis once daily, and the journey takes 34 min. Alternatively, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Duisburg Hbf to Köln Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €11–50 and the journey takes 37 min. Five other operators also service this route.

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