What is the cheapest way to get from Mainz-Kastel to Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Mainz-Kastel to Cologne is to rideshare which costs €5 - €16 and takes 2h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mainz-Kastel to Cologne?

The fastest way to get from Mainz-Kastel to Cologne is to train via Frankfurt which takes 1h 33m and costs €30 - €130.

Is there a direct bus between Mainz-Kastel and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Mainz-Kastel to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB and arriving at Köln via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Mainz-Kastel and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Mainz-Kastel to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Wiesbaden-Mainz-Kastel Bahnhof and arriving at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Frankfurt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 33m.

How far is it from Mainz-Kastel to Cologne?

The distance between Mainz-Kastel and Cologne is 194 km. The road distance is 171.2 km.

How do I travel from Mainz-Kastel to Cologne without a car?

The best way to get from Mainz-Kastel to Cologne without a car is to train via Frankfurt which takes 1h 33m and costs €30 - €130.

How long does it take to get from Mainz-Kastel to Cologne?

It takes approximately 1h 33m to get from Mainz-Kastel to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mainz-Kastel to Cologne bus from?

Mainz-Kastel to Cologne bus services, operated by GrandBus, depart from Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB station.

Where do I catch the Mainz-Kastel to Cologne train from?

Mainz-Kastel to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Wiesbaden-Mainz-Kastel Bahnhof station.

Train or bus from Mainz-Kastel to Cologne?

The best way to get from Mainz-Kastel to Cologne is to train via Frankfurt which takes 1h 33m and costs €30 - €130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €34 - €38 and takes 3h 33m.

Where does the Mainz-Kastel to Cologne bus arrive?

Mainz-Kastel to Cologne bus services, operated by GrandBus, arrive at Köln station.

Where does the Mainz-Kastel to Cologne train arrive?

Mainz-Kastel to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Frankfurt station.

Can I drive from Mainz-Kastel to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Mainz-Kastel to Cologne is 171 km. It takes approximately 1h 44m to drive from Mainz-Kastel to Cologne.

How do I get a train ticket from Mainz-Kastel to Cologne?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Mainz-Kastel to Cologne?

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1822+ hotels available in Cologne.

Can I share a ride from Mainz-Kastel to Cologne?

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

Mainz-Kastel to Cologne - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Mainz-Kastel to Cologne by train, bus, rideshare, plane, or car

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Train via Frankfurt
best
1. Take the train from Wiesbaden-Mainz-Kastel Bahnhof to Frankfurttrain S9
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 41 / ...
1h 33m
€34–127
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Mainz to Colognerideshare 173.4 km
2h 8m
€5–16
Bus
1. Take the bus from Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB to Kölnbus Ivano-Frankivsk
3h 33m
€34–37
Fly, line 41 train
1. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane FRA - DUS
2. Take the train from Düsseldorf Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain
3h 13m
€107–187
Train
1. Take the train from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbftrain 91 / ...
2h 22m
€23–134
Bus via Koblenz
1. Take the bus from Wiesbaden Hauptbahnhof to Koblenz Hauptbahnhofbus 10X
2. Take the bus from Koblenz Hauptbahnhof to Troisdorf Bfbus Re8x / ...
5h 25m
Drive 171.2 km
1. Drive from Mainz-Kastel to Colognecar 171.2 km
1h 44m
€25–36

Mainz-Kastel to Cologne by train

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Distance: 194 km
Duration: 1h 33m

What companies run services between Mainz-Kastel, Hesse, Germany and Cologne, Germany?

You can take a train from Wiesbaden-Mainz-Kastel Bahnhof to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Frankfurt in around 1h 33m. Alternatively, GrandBus operates a bus from Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB to Köln once daily. Tickets cost €23–26 and the journey takes 2h 3m.

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