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

The cheapest way to get from Duisburg to Cologne Central Station is to rideshare which costs €3 - €6 and takes 1h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Duisburg to Cologne Central Station is to train which takes 37 min and costs €7 - €55.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Duisburg to Cologne Central Station. However, there are services departing from Mercatorstraße, Duisburg and arriving at Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 44 min.

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

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 Central Station?

The distance between Duisburg and Cologne Central Station is 64 km. The road distance is 65 km.

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

The best way to get from Duisburg to Cologne Central Station without a car is to train which takes 37 min and costs €7 - €55.

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

The train from Duisburg Hbf to Köln Hbf takes 37 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Duisburg to Cologne Central Station?

The best way to get from Duisburg to Cologne Central Station is to train which takes 37 min and costs €7 - €55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 44 min.

Where does the Duisburg to Cologne Central Station bus arrive?

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

Where does the Duisburg to Cologne Central Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Duisburg to Cologne Central Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Duisburg to Cologne Central Station is 65 km. It takes approximately 41 min to drive from Duisburg to Cologne Central Station.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne Central Station?

There are 1858+ hotels available in Cologne Central Station.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Duisburg Hbf to Köln Hbftrain 43 / ...
37 min
€7–55
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Duisburg to Colognerideshare 64.5 km
1h 14m
€3–6
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mercatorstraße, Duisburg to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleisbus Mykolayiv
44 min
Drive 65 km
1. Drive from Duisburg to Cologne Central Stationcar 65 km
41 min
€10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Duisburg to Cologne Central Stationtaxi 65 km
41 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
€16–25

Duisburg to Cologne Central Station by train

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Distance: 63.7 km
Duration: 37 min

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Duisburg Hbf to Köln Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €11–55 and the journey takes 37 min. Four other operators also service this route. Alternatively, OrionBus operates a bus from Mercatorstraße, Duisburg to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis once daily, and the journey takes 34 min.

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