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

The cheapest way to get from Saarbrücken to Cologne is to rideshare which costs €11 - €19 and takes 3h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Saarbrücken to Cologne is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Saarbrücken and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Saarbrücken station to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Saarbrücken bus station and arriving at Bonn UN Campus via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Saarbrücken and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Saarbrücken to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Saarbruecken Hbf and arriving at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 17m.

How far is it from Saarbrücken to Cologne?

The distance between Saarbrücken and Cologne is 242 km. The road distance is 240.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Saarbrücken to Cologne without a car is to bus which takes 3h 16m and costs €25 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 3h 16m to get from Saarbrücken to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Saarbrücken to Cologne bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Saarbrücken to Cologne train from?

Saarbrücken to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Saarbruecken Hbf station.

Train or bus from Saarbrücken to Cologne?

The best way to get from Saarbrücken to Cologne is to bus which takes 3h 16m and costs €25 - €45. Alternatively, you can train via Mannheim, which costs €60 - €300 and takes 3h 17m.

Where does the Saarbrücken to Cologne bus arrive?

Saarbrücken to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bonn UN Campus station.

Where does the Saarbrücken to Cologne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Saarbrücken to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Saarbrücken to Cologne is 240 km. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Saarbrücken to Cologne.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Saarbrücken to Cologne?

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1856+ hotels available in Cologne.

Can I share a ride from Saarbrücken to Cologne?

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

Saarbrücken to Cologne - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Saarbrücken to Cologne by bus, train (TGV), rideshare, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Saarbrücken bus station to Bonn UN Campusbus FlixBus N11
3h 16m
€26–44
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Saarbrücken to Colognerideshare 238.9 km
3h 3m
€11–19
Train via Mannheim
1. Take the train from Saarbruecken Hbf to Mannheim Hbftrain Ice / ...
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 47 / ...
3h 17m
€62–291
Train
1. Take the train from Saarbrücken Hbf to Trier, Hauptbahnhoftrain Re1
2. Take the train from Trier, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Süd Bftrain Re22
4h 38m
€52–106
Train #2
1. Take the train from Saarbrücken Hbf to Koblenz Hauptbahnhoftrain Re1
2. Take the train from Koblenz Hauptbahnhof to Köln West Bftrain Rb26
4h 40m
€48–66
Drive 240.3 km
1. Drive from Saarbrücken to Colognecar 240.3 km
2h 26m
€35–50

Saarbrücken to Cologne by bus and train

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3h 16mAverage Duration

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Distance: 242.3 km
Duration: 3h 16m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Saarbrücken bus station to Bonn UN Campus twice daily. Tickets cost €18–35 and the journey takes 2h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Saarbruecken Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Mannheim Hbf and Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof in around 3h 17m.

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