What is the cheapest way to get from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbf?

The cheapest way to get from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbf is to rideshare which costs €5 - €16 and takes 2h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbf?

The fastest way to get from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbf is to train via Frankfurt which takes 1h 39m and costs €23 - €170.

Is there a direct train between Mainz, Hauptbahnhof and Köln Hbf?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Köln Hbf. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 45m.

How far is it from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbf?

The distance between Mainz, Hauptbahnhof and Köln Hbf is 196 km. The road distance is 170.3 km.

How do I travel from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbf without a car?

The best way to get from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbf without a car is to train via Frankfurt which takes 1h 39m and costs €23 - €170.

How long does it take to get from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbf?

It takes approximately 1h 39m to get from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbf, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbf train from?

Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbf train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof station.

Where does the Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbf train arrive?

Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbf train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Frankfurt station.

Can I drive from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbf?

Yes, the driving distance between Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbf is 170 km. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbf.

How do I get a train ticket from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbf?

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Where can I stay near Köln Hbf?

There are 1861+ hotels available in Köln Hbf.

Can I share a ride from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbf?

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

Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbf - 5 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbf by train, car, plane, or rideshare

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Train via Frankfurt
best
1. Take the train from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurttrain S8
2. Take the train from Frankfurt Flughafen Fernb to Köln Hbftrain Ice / ...
1h 39m
€23–162
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Mainz to Colognerideshare 173.4 km
2h 31m
€5–16
Drive 170.3 km
1. Drive from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbfcar 170.3 km
1h 57m
€24–35
Fly, train
1. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane FRA - DUS
2. Take the train from Düsseldorf Hbf to Köln Hbftrain
3h 6m
€101–181
Train
1. Take the train from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbftrain 55 / ...
1h 45m
€20–150

Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbf by train

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Distance: 196.2 km
Duration: 1h 39m

What companies run services between Mainz, Hauptbahnhof, Germany and Köln Hbf, Germany?

You can take a train from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbf via Frankfurt and Frankfurt Flughafen Fernb in around 1h 39m.

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