What is the cheapest way to get from Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof to Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof to Cologne is to rideshare which costs €10 - €19 and takes 3h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof to Cologne?

The fastest way to get from Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof to Cologne is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct train between Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Köln Hbf. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 41m.

How far is it from Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof to Cologne?

The distance between Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof and Cologne is 256 km. The road distance is 250.1 km.

How do I travel from Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof to Cologne without a car?

The best way to get from Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof to Cologne without a car is to train via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof which takes 2h 17m and costs €40 - €210.

How long does it take to get from Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof to Cologne?

It takes approximately 2h 17m to get from Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof to Cologne train from?

Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof station.

Where does the Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof to Cologne train arrive?

Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.

Can I drive from Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof to Cologne is 250 km. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof to Cologne.

How do I get a train ticket from Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof 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 Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof to Cologne?

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

Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof to Cologne - 5 ways to travel via train, car

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There are 5 ways to get from Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof to Cologne by train, car, plane, or rideshare

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Train via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof
best
1. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 47 / ...
2h 17m
€43–206
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Heidelberg to Colognerideshare 249.8 km
3h 6m
€10–19
Drive 250.1 km
1. Drive from Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof to Colognecar 250.1 km
2h 12m
€36–52
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane FRA - DUS
3h 44m
€112–235
Train
1. Take the train from Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbftrain 55 / ...
2h 41m
€45–210

Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof to Cologne by train

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2h 17mAverage Duration

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Distance: 255.9 km
Duration: 2h 17m

What companies run services between Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof, Germany and Cologne, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf hourly. Tickets cost €40–190 and the journey takes 1h 22m.

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