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

The cheapest way to get from Speyer to Cologne is to drive which costs €35 - €55 and takes 2h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Speyer to Cologne is to train which takes 2h 15m and costs €45 - €180.

Is there a direct train between Speyer and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Speyer to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Speyer, Hbf/ZOB and arriving at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 15m.

How far is it from Speyer to Cologne?

The distance between Speyer and Cologne is 261 km. The road distance is 252.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Speyer to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 2h 15m and costs €45 - €180.

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

It takes approximately 2h 15m to get from Speyer to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Speyer to Cologne train from?

Speyer to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Speyer, Hbf/ZOB station.

Where does the Speyer to Cologne train arrive?

Speyer to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Speyer to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Speyer to Cologne is 252 km. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Speyer to Cologne.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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Speyer to Cologne - 5 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Speyer, Hbf/ZOB to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain S3 / ...
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 47 / ...
2h 15m
€45–178
Drive 252.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Speyer to Colognecar 252.4 km
2h 23m
€37–53
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane FRA - DUS
3. Take the train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Koeln Hbftrain
4h 9m
€119–256
Train via Köln Hbf
1. Take the train from Speyer, Hbf/ZOB to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain S3 / ...
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbftrain 42 / ...
2h 26m
€45–178
Train via Mainz
1. Take the train from Speyer, Hbf/ZOB to Mainz, Hauptbahnhoftrain Re4
2. Take the train from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Köln West Bftrain Rb26
4h 28m
€47–68

Speyer to Cologne by train

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Distance: 261.5 km
Duration: 2h 15m

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

You can take a train from Speyer, Hbf/ZOB to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof in around 2h 15m.

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