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

The cheapest way to get from Kaiserslautern to Cologne is to rideshare which costs €10 - €16 and takes 2h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kaiserslautern to Cologne is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Kaiserslautern and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Kaiserslautern station to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Kaiserslautern central train station and arriving at Köln via Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Kaiserslautern and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Kaiserslautern to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Kaiserslautern Hbf and arriving at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 39m.

How far is it from Kaiserslautern to Cologne?

The distance between Kaiserslautern and Cologne is 302 km. The road distance is 237.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Kaiserslautern to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 2h 39m and costs €50 - €240.

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

It takes approximately 2h 39m to get from Kaiserslautern to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kaiserslautern to Cologne bus from?

Kaiserslautern to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Kaiserslautern central train station.

Where do I catch the Kaiserslautern to Cologne train from?

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

Train or bus from Kaiserslautern to Cologne?

The best way to get from Kaiserslautern to Cologne is to train which takes 2h 39m and costs €50 - €240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 43m.

Where does the Kaiserslautern to Cologne bus arrive?

Kaiserslautern to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Frankfurt central train station.

Where does the Kaiserslautern to Cologne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kaiserslautern to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Kaiserslautern to Cologne is 238 km. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Kaiserslautern to Cologne.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1853+ hotels available in Cologne.

Can I share a ride from Kaiserslautern to Cologne?

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

Kaiserslautern to Cologne - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Kaiserslautern to Cologne by train (TGV), bus, rideshare, train, or car

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best
1. Take the train from Kaiserslautern Hbf to Mannheim Hbftrain Ice / ...
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 47 / ...
2h 39m
€52–239
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Kaiserslautern to Colognerideshare 238.2 km
2h 51m
€10–16
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kaiserslautern central train station to Frankfurt central train stationbus 220 / ...
2. Take the bus from Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB to Kölnbus Ivano-Frankivsk
4h 43m
Train via Bingen am Rhein
1. Take the train from Kaiserslautern, Hbf to Bingen, Hauptbahnhoftrain Rb65
2. Take the train from Bingen, Hauptbahnhof to Köln West Bftrain Rb26
4h 29m
€42–70
Train via Koblenz
1. Take the train from Kaiserslautern, Hbf to Koblenz Hauptbahnhoftrain Re1
2. Take the train from Koblenz Hbf to Koeln Suedtrain Re
4h 41m
€55–123
Drive 237.9 km
1. Drive from Kaiserslautern to Colognecar 237.9 km
2h 16m
€34–49

Kaiserslautern to Cologne by train

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Distance: 302.1 km
Duration: 2h 39m

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

You can take a train from Kaiserslautern Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Mannheim Hbf and Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof in around 2h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kaiserslautern central train station to Köln via Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB in around 4h 43m.

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