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

The cheapest way to get from Schwetzingen to Cologne is to drive which costs €35 - €55 and takes 2h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Schwetzingen to Cologne is to drive which takes 2h 14m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Schwetzingen and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Schwetzingen to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Schwetzingen, Bahnhof and arriving at Köln via Mannheim central bus station and Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Schwetzingen and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Schwetzingen to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Schwetzingen, Bahnhof and arriving at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 16m.

How far is it from Schwetzingen to Cologne?

The distance between Schwetzingen and Cologne is 252 km. The road distance is 251.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Schwetzingen to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs €40 - €200.

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

It takes approximately 2h 16m to get from Schwetzingen to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Schwetzingen to Cologne bus from?

Schwetzingen to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Mannheim central bus station.

Where do I catch the Schwetzingen to Cologne train from?

Schwetzingen to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof station.

Train or bus from Schwetzingen to Cologne?

The best way to get from Schwetzingen to Cologne is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs €40 - €200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 27m.

Where does the Schwetzingen to Cologne bus arrive?

Schwetzingen to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Frankfurt central train station.

Where does the Schwetzingen to Cologne train arrive?

Schwetzingen to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.

Can I drive from Schwetzingen to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Schwetzingen to Cologne is 251 km. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Schwetzingen to Cologne.

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

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Schwetzingen to Cologne - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 47 / ...
2h 16m
€43–195
Drive 251.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Schwetzingen to Colognecar 251.1 km
2h 14m
€36–52
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mannheim central bus station to Frankfurt central train stationbus FlixBus 108 / ...
2. Take the bus from Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB to Kölnbus Ivano-Frankivsk
5h 27m
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane FRA - DUS
3h 43m
€112–224
Train via Köln Hbf
1. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbftrain 42 / ...
2h 16m
€43–195
Train via Mainz
1. Take the train from Schwetzingen, Bahnhof to Mainz, Hauptbahnhoftrain S6
2. Take the train from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Köln West Bftrain Rb26
5h 22m
€49–78

Schwetzingen to Cologne by train

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Distance: 252.3 km
Duration: 2h 16m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf hourly. Tickets cost €40–190 and the journey takes 1h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Schwetzingen, Bahnhof to Köln via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof, Mannheim central bus station, and Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB in around 5h 27m.

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