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 - €80 and takes 6h 15m.

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 6m and costs €60 - €140.

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 15m.

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 Bahnhof and arriving at Köln Hbf via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 6m.

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

The distance between Strasbourg (Station) and Cologne is 382 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 6m and costs €60 - €140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 6m 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 Bahnhof 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 6m and costs €60 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €80 and takes 6h 15m.

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, Hauptbahnhof 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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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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Strasbourg (Station) to Cologne - 5 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Strasbourg (Station) to Cologne by train (TGV), bus, night train, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Strasbourg Bahnhof to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain 82 / ...
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbftrain 42 / ...
3h 6m
€64–133
Night train
cheapest
1. Take the nighttrain from Offenburg to Koeln Hbfnighttrain Nj
6h 32m
€35–165
Bus
1. Take the bus from Strasbourg to Bonn UN Campusbus FlixBus N11
6h 15m
€37–78
Drive 352.1 km
1. Drive from Strasbourg (Station) to Colognecar 352.1 km
3h 22m
€67–97
Train via Karlsruhe
1. Take the train from Strasbourg to Karlsruhe Hbftrain Ice / ...
2. Take the train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbftrain 43 / ...
3h 45m
€63–137

Strasbourg (Station) to Cologne by train

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Distance: 382 km
Duration: 3h 6m

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

You can take a train from Strasbourg Bahnhof to Köln Hbf via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof in around 3h 6m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Strasbourg to Bonn UN Campus twice daily. Tickets cost €29–45 and the journey takes 4h 30m.

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