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

The cheapest way to get from Speyer to Cologne is to bus which costs €30 - €50 and takes 5h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Speyer to Cologne is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Speyer and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Speyer to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Speyer, Hbf/ZOB and arriving at Köln via Mannheim central bus station and Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 28m.

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 Hbf via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.

How far is it from Speyer to Cologne?

The distance between Speyer and Cologne is 263 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 26m and costs €35 - €90.

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

It takes approximately 2h 26m to get from Speyer to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Speyer to Cologne bus from?

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

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.

Train or bus from Speyer to Cologne?

The best way to get from Speyer to Cologne is to train which takes 2h 26m and costs €35 - €90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €50 and takes 5h 28m.

Where does the Speyer to Cologne bus arrive?

Speyer to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Frankfurt central train 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?

There are 1819+ hotels available in Cologne.

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There are 4 ways to get from Speyer to Cologne by train, bus, or car

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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 Hbftrain 42 / ...
2h 26m
€38–89
Bus
cheapest
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 28m
€31–46
Drive 252.4 km
1. Drive from Speyer to Colognecar 252.4 km
2h 23m
€47–68
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: 262.7 km
Duration: 2h 26m

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

You can take a train from Speyer, Hbf/ZOB to Köln Hbf via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof in around 2h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Speyer, Hbf/ZOB to Köln via Ludwigsh., B. Pl. Bf LU Mitte, Ludwigshafen, Mitte, Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof, Mannheim central bus station, and Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB in around 5h 28m.

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