What is the cheapest way to get from Karlsruhe Hbf to Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Karlsruhe Hbf to Cologne is to drive which costs €40 - €65 and takes 2h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Karlsruhe Hbf to Cologne?

The fastest way to get from Karlsruhe Hbf to Cologne is to train which takes 2h 6m and costs €55 - €110.

Is there a direct train between Karlsruhe Hbf and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Köln Hbf. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 6m.

How far is it from Karlsruhe Hbf to Cologne?

The distance between Karlsruhe Hbf and Cologne is 300 km. The road distance is 300.5 km.

How do I travel from Karlsruhe Hbf to Cologne without a car?

The best way to get from Karlsruhe Hbf to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 2h 6m and costs €55 - €110.

How long does it take to get from Karlsruhe Hbf to Cologne?

The train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbf takes 2h 6m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Karlsruhe Hbf to Cologne train from?

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

Where does the Karlsruhe Hbf to Cologne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Karlsruhe Hbf to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Karlsruhe Hbf to Cologne is 300 km. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Karlsruhe Hbf to Cologne.

How do I get a train ticket from Karlsruhe Hbf to Cologne?

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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Karlsruhe Hbf to Cologne - 5 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Karlsruhe Hbf to Cologne by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbftrain 43 / ...
2h 6m
€55–110
Drive 300.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Karlsruhe Hbf to Colognecar 300.5 km
2h 38m
€44–64
Train, train to Frankfurt, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take the train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurttrain
3. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane FRA - DUS
3h 53m
€112–220
Train via Mannheim
1. Take the train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain 20 / ...
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 47 / ...
2h 15m
€45–111
Train to Stuttgart Airport, fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Take the train from Karlsruhe Hbf to Stuttgart Hbftrain
2. Fly from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane STR - CGN
5h 29m
€138–346

Karlsruhe Hbf to Cologne by train

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Distance: 299.7 km
Duration: 2h 6m

What companies run services between Karlsruhe Hbf, Germany and Cologne, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbf every 4 hours. Tickets cost €55–110 and the journey takes 2h 6m.

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