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

The cheapest way to get from Ibbenbüren to Cologne is to train via Essen which costs €27 - €29 and takes 4h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ibbenbüren to Cologne is to drive which takes 1h 48m and costs €26 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Ibbenbüren and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Ibbenbüren to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Ibbenbüren, Busbahnhof and arriving at Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis via Münster-Mitte. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Ibbenbüren and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Ibbenbüren to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Ibbenbueren and arriving at Köln Hbf via Osnabrück Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 54m.

How far is it from Ibbenbüren to Cologne?

The distance between Ibbenbüren and Cologne is 227 km. The road distance is 185.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Ibbenbüren to Cologne without a car is to train via Osnabrück Hbf which takes 2h 54m and costs €16 - €90.

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

It takes approximately 2h 54m to get from Ibbenbüren to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ibbenbüren to Cologne bus from?

Ibbenbüren to Cologne bus services, operated by Regionalverkehr Münsterland GmbH, depart from Ibbenbüren, Busbahnhof station.

Where do I catch the Ibbenbüren to Cologne train from?

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

Train or bus from Ibbenbüren to Cologne?

The best way to get from Ibbenbüren to Cologne is to train via Osnabrück Hbf which takes 2h 54m and costs €16 - €90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 41m.

Where does the Ibbenbüren to Cologne bus arrive?

Ibbenbüren to Cologne bus services, operated by Regionalverkehr Münsterland GmbH, arrive at Münster Hauptbahnhof station.

Where does the Ibbenbüren to Cologne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ibbenbüren to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Ibbenbüren to Cologne is 185 km. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from Ibbenbüren to Cologne.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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Ibbenbüren to Cologne - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Ibbenbüren to Cologne by train, bus, or car

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Train via Osnabrück Hbf
best
1. Take the train from Osnabrück Hbf to Köln Hbftrain 43 / ...
2h 54m
€17–87
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ibbenbüren, Busbahnhof to Münster Hauptbahnhofbus S50 / ...
2. Take the bus from Münster-Mitte to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleisbus Mykolayiv
3h 41m
Drive 185.2 km
1. Drive from Ibbenbüren to Colognecar 185.2 km
1h 48m
€27–39
Train
1. Take the train from Rheine to Koeln Hbftrain Re
3h 12m
€37–81
Train via Essen
1. Take the train from Lengerich to Essen Hbftrain Re2
2. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Köln Hansaringtrain S6
4h 34m
€27–29

Ibbenbüren to Cologne by train

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Distance: 226.8 km
Duration: 2h 54m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Osnabrück Hbf to Köln Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €35–75 and the journey takes 2h 9m. FlixTrain GmbH also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ibbenbüren, Busbahnhof to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis via Münster Hauptbahnhof and Münster-Mitte in around 3h 41m.

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