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

The cheapest way to get from Rheinfelden to Cologne is to bus which costs €50 - €70 and takes 7h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rheinfelden to Cologne is to drive which takes 4h 17m and costs €85 - €130.

Is there a direct bus between Rheinfelden and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Rheinfelden to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Basel, Bahnhof and arriving at Köln via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Rheinfelden and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Rheinfelden to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Rheinfelden and arriving at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Basel Bad Bf and Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.

How far is it from Rheinfelden to Cologne?

The distance between Rheinfelden and Cologne is 503 km. The road distance is 504.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Rheinfelden to Cologne without a car is to train via Mannheim which takes 4h 29m and costs €85 - €360.

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

It takes approximately 4h 29m to get from Rheinfelden to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rheinfelden to Cologne bus from?

Rheinfelden to Cologne bus services, operated by GrandBus, depart from Basel, Bahnhof station.

Where do I catch the Rheinfelden to Cologne train from?

Rheinfelden to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Basel Bad Bf station.

Train or bus from Rheinfelden to Cologne?

The best way to get from Rheinfelden to Cologne is to train via Mannheim which takes 4h 29m and costs €85 - €360. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €50 - €70 and takes 7h 13m.

Where does the Rheinfelden to Cologne bus arrive?

Rheinfelden to Cologne bus services, operated by GrandBus, arrive at Köln station.

Where does the Rheinfelden to Cologne train arrive?

Rheinfelden to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Rheinfelden to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Rheinfelden to Cologne is 505 km. It takes approximately 4h 17m to drive from Rheinfelden to Cologne.

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

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Rheinfelden to Cologne - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, and car

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There are 9 ways to get from Rheinfelden to Cologne by train (Trenitalia), bus, night train, car, train, or plane

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Train via Mannheim
best
1. Take the train from Basel Bad Bf to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain 12 / ...
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 47 / ...
4h 29m
€88–355
Night train
cheapest
1. Take the nighttrain from Basel Bad Bf to Koeln Hbfnighttrain Nj
7h 33m
€33–115
Bus
1. Take the bus from Basel, Bahnhof to Kölnbus Ivano-Frankivsk
7h 13m
€51–69
Drive 504.6 km
1. Drive from Rheinfelden to Colognecar 504.6 km
4h 17m
€89–128
Train
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Köln Hbftrain 43 / ...
5h 9m
€88–517
Train to Zurich Airport, fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Take the train from Rheinfelden to Zürich Flughafentrain
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane ZRH - CGN
4h 46m
€101–274
Train to Zurich Airport, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Rheinfelden to Zürich Flughafentrain
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane ZRH - DUS
3. Take the train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Koeln Hbftrain
5h 40m
€115–326
Fly Basel to Frankfurt, train
1. Fly from Basel (BSL) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane BSL - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain
4h 49m
€144–448
Train to Zurich Airport, fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Take the train from Rheinfelden to Zürich Flughafentrain
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane ZRH - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain
5h 22m
€144–393

Rheinfelden to Cologne by train

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Distance: 503.1 km
Duration: 4h 29m

What companies run services between Rheinfelden, Switzerland and Cologne, Germany?

You can take a train from Rheinfelden to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Basel Bad Bf and Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof in around 4h 29m. Alternatively, GrandBus operates a bus from Basel, Bahnhof to Köln once daily. Tickets cost €48–52 and the journey takes 5h 53m.

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