What is the cheapest way to get from Kaiserslautern to Köln Hbf?

The cheapest way to get from Kaiserslautern to Köln Hbf is to rideshare which costs €10 - €16 and takes 3h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kaiserslautern to Köln Hbf?

The fastest way to get from Kaiserslautern to Köln Hbf is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Kaiserslautern and Köln Hbf?

No, there is no direct bus from Kaiserslautern station to Köln Hbf. 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 Köln Hbf?

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

How far is it from Kaiserslautern to Köln Hbf?

The distance between Kaiserslautern and Köln Hbf is 303 km. The road distance is 238.8 km.

How do I travel from Kaiserslautern to Köln Hbf without a car?

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

How long does it take to get from Kaiserslautern to Köln Hbf?

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

Where do I catch the Kaiserslautern to Köln Hbf bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kaiserslautern to Köln Hbf train from?

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

Train or bus from Kaiserslautern to Köln Hbf?

The best way to get from Kaiserslautern to Köln Hbf 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 Köln Hbf bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kaiserslautern to Köln Hbf train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kaiserslautern to Köln Hbf?

Yes, the driving distance between Kaiserslautern to Köln Hbf is 239 km. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Kaiserslautern to Köln Hbf.

How do I get a train ticket from Kaiserslautern to Köln Hbf?

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Where can I stay near Köln Hbf?

There are 1858+ hotels available in Köln Hbf.

Can I share a ride from Kaiserslautern to Köln Hbf?

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

Kaiserslautern to Köln Hbf - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kaiserslautern Hbf to Mannheim Hbftrain Ice / ...
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbftrain 42 / ...
2h 39m
€52–240
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Kaiserslautern to Colognerideshare 238.2 km
3h 1m
€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
Drive 238.8 km
1. Drive from Kaiserslautern to Köln Hbfcar 238.8 km
2h 17m
€34–49
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Kaiserslautern, Hbf to Koblenz Hauptbahnhoftrain Re17
2. Take the bus from Koblenz Hauptbahnhof to Troisdorf Bfbus Re8x / ...
4h 29m
Train via Koblenz
1. Take the train from Kaiserslautern, Hbf to Koblenz Hauptbahnhoftrain Re1
2. Take the train from Koblenz Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbftrain 55 / ...
4h 30m
€49–128

Kaiserslautern to Köln Hbf by train

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2h 39mAverage Duration

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Distance: 303.3 km
Duration: 2h 39m

What companies run services between Kaiserslautern, Germany and Köln Hbf, Germany?

You can take a train from Kaiserslautern Hbf to Köln Hbf 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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