What is the cheapest way to get from Strasbourg (Station) to Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Strasbourg (Station) to Cologne is to bus which costs €35 - €70 and takes 6h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Strasbourg (Station) to Cologne?

The fastest way to get from Strasbourg (Station) to Cologne is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs €65 - €300.

Is there a direct bus between Strasbourg (Station) and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Strasbourg (Station) to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Gare Centrale and arriving at Bonn UN Campus via Strasbourg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Strasbourg (Station) and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Strasbourg (Station) to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Strasbourg and arriving at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.

How far is it from Strasbourg (Station) to Cologne?

The distance between Strasbourg (Station) and Cologne is 377 km. The road distance is 352.1 km.

How do I travel from Strasbourg (Station) to Cologne without a car?

The best way to get from Strasbourg (Station) to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs €65 - €300.

How long does it take to get from Strasbourg (Station) to Cologne?

It takes approximately 3h 9m to get from Strasbourg (Station) to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Strasbourg (Station) to Cologne bus from?

Strasbourg (Station) to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Strasbourg station.

Where do I catch the Strasbourg (Station) to Cologne train from?

Strasbourg (Station) to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Strasbourg station.

Train or bus from Strasbourg (Station) to Cologne?

The best way to get from Strasbourg (Station) to Cologne is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs €65 - €300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €70 and takes 6h 11m.

Where does the Strasbourg (Station) to Cologne bus arrive?

Strasbourg (Station) to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bonn UN Campus station.

Where does the Strasbourg (Station) to Cologne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Strasbourg (Station) to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Strasbourg (Station) to Cologne is 352 km. It takes approximately 3h 22m to drive from Strasbourg (Station) to Cologne.

How do I get a train ticket from Strasbourg (Station) to Cologne?

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Strasbourg (Station) to Cologne - 6 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Strasbourg (Station) to Cologne by train (TGV), bus, night train, car, train, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Strasbourg to Mannheim Hbftrain Ice / ...
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 47 / ...
3h 9m
€66–297
Night train
cheapest
1. Take the night train from Offenburg to Koeln Hbfnighttrain Nj
6h 33m
€32–172
Bus
1. Take the bus from Strasbourg to Bonn UN Campusbus FlixBus N11
6h 11m
€37–66
Drive 352.1 km
1. Drive from Strasbourg (Station) to Colognecar 352.1 km
3h 22m
€55–79
Train via Köln Hbf
1. Take the train from Strasbourg to Mannheim Hbftrain Ice / ...
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbftrain 42 / ...
3h 9m
€66–297
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Strasbourg to Mannheim Hbftrain
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurttrain
3. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane FRA - DUS
4h 36m
€135–326

Strasbourg (Station) to Cologne by train

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Distance: 377.3 km
Duration: 3h 9m

What companies run services between Strasbourg (Station), Grand Est, France and Cologne, Germany?

You can take a train from Strasbourg to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Mannheim Hbf and Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof in around 3h 9m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Strasbourg to Bonn UN Campus twice daily. Tickets cost €28–50 and the journey takes 4h 30m.

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