What is the cheapest way to get from Rothenburg ob der Tauber to Cologne Cathedral?

The cheapest way to get from Rothenburg ob der Tauber to Cologne Cathedral is to drive which costs €45 - €75 and takes 3h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rothenburg ob der Tauber to Cologne Cathedral?

The fastest way to get from Rothenburg ob der Tauber to Cologne Cathedral is to drive which takes 3h 13m and costs €45 - €75.

Is there a direct train between Rothenburg ob der Tauber and Cologne Cathedral?

No, there is no direct train from Rothenburg ob der Tauber to Cologne Cathedral. However, there are services departing from Rothenburg ob der Tauber and arriving at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Steinach and Würzburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 46m.

How far is it from Rothenburg ob der Tauber to Cologne Cathedral?

The distance between Rothenburg ob der Tauber and Cologne Cathedral is 370 km. The road distance is 352.4 km.

Where do I catch the Rothenburg ob der Tauber to Cologne Cathedral train from?

Rothenburg ob der Tauber to Cologne Cathedral train services, operated by Arverio Bayern GmbH, depart from Steinach station.

Where does the Rothenburg ob der Tauber to Cologne Cathedral train arrive?

Rothenburg ob der Tauber to Cologne Cathedral train services, operated by Arverio Bayern GmbH, arrive at Würzburg Hbf station.

Can I drive from Rothenburg ob der Tauber to Cologne Cathedral?

Yes, the driving distance between Rothenburg ob der Tauber to Cologne Cathedral is 352 km. It takes approximately 3h 13m to drive from Rothenburg ob der Tauber to Cologne Cathedral.

How do I get a train ticket from Rothenburg ob der Tauber to Cologne Cathedral?

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Rothenburg ob der Tauber to Cologne Cathedral

Q: How do I travel from Rothenburg ob der Tauber to Cologne Cathedral without a car?

The best way to get from Rothenburg ob der Tauber to Cologne Cathedral without a car is to train which takes 4h 46m and costs .

Q: How long does it take to get from Rothenburg ob der Tauber to Cologne Cathedral?

It takes approximately 4h 46m to get from Rothenburg ob der Tauber to Cologne Cathedral, including transfers.

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There are 4 ways to get from Rothenburg ob der Tauber to Cologne Cathedral by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Steinach to Würzburg Hbftrain Re80 / ...
2. Take the train from Würzburg Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 41 / ...
4h 46m
Drive 352.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Rothenburg ob der Tauber to Cologne Cathedralcar 352.4 km
3h 13m
€50–72
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Steinach to Würzburg Hbftrain
2. Take the bus from Würzburg Main Station to Frankfurt central train stationbus 068 / ...
3. Take the bus from Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB to Kölnbus
7h 7m
Train via Frankfurt am Main
1. Take the train from Steinach to Würzburg Hbftrain
2. Take the train from Würzburg Hbf to Frankfurttrain
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Hbftrain Ice
6h 51m

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Distance: 369.9 km
Duration: 4h 46m

What companies run services between Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Germany and Cologne Cathedral, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany?

You can take a train from Rothenburg ob der Tauber to Cologne Cathedral via Steinach, Würzburg Hbf, and Köln Messe/Deutz Bf in around 4h 46m.

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