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

The cheapest way to get from Ludwigsburg to Cologne is to bus which costs €35 - €55 and takes 6h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ludwigsburg to Cologne is to train which takes 2h 54m and costs €60 - €150.

Is there a direct bus between Ludwigsburg and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Ludwigsburg to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Kornwestheim and arriving at Köln via Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Ludwigsburg and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Ludwigsburg to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Ludwigsburg and arriving at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 54m.

How far is it from Ludwigsburg to Cologne?

The distance between Ludwigsburg and Cologne is 359 km. The road distance is 332.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Ludwigsburg to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 2h 54m and costs €60 - €150.

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

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

Where do I catch the Ludwigsburg to Cologne bus from?

Ludwigsburg to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Kornwestheim station.

Where do I catch the Ludwigsburg to Cologne train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Ludwigsburg to Cologne?

The best way to get from Ludwigsburg to Cologne is to train which takes 2h 54m and costs €60 - €150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €55 and takes 6h 28m, you could also fly, which costs €130 - €320 and takes 4h 58m.

Where does the Ludwigsburg to Cologne bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ludwigsburg to Cologne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ludwigsburg to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Ludwigsburg to Cologne is 332 km. It takes approximately 3h 24m to drive from Ludwigsburg to Cologne.

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

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Ludwigsburg to Cologne - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Ludwigsburg to Cologne by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Hauptbahnhof to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 47 / ...
2h 54m
€62–141
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kornwestheim to Frankfurt central train stationbus N965
2. Take the bus from Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB to Kölnbus Ivano-Frankivsk
6h 28m
€39–50
Drive 332.2 km
1. Drive from Ludwigsburg to Colognecar 332.2 km
3h 24m
€49–70
Fly Stuttgart Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Fly from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane STR - CGN
4h 58m
€136–320
Train via Oberwesel
1. Take the train from Ludwigsburg to Oberwesel Bahnhoftrain Drf
2. Take the train from Oberwesel Bahnhof to Köln Süd Bftrain Rb26
6h 28m
€52–69
Train to Frankfurt, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take the train from Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane FRA - DUS
4h 42m
€121–249

Ludwigsburg to Cologne by train

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Distance: 359.4 km
Duration: 2h 54m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Hauptbahnhof to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf hourly. Tickets cost €60–130 and the journey takes 2h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kornwestheim to Köln via Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB in around 6h 28m.

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