What is the cheapest way to get from Strasbourg to Köln Hbf?

The cheapest way to get from Strasbourg to Köln Hbf is to bus which costs €30 - €50 and takes 6h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Strasbourg to Köln Hbf?

The fastest way to get from Strasbourg to Köln Hbf is to train which takes 3h 6m and costs €55 - €140.

Is there a direct bus between Strasbourg and Köln Hbf?

No, there is no direct bus from Strasbourg to Köln Hbf. However, there are services departing from Strasbourg and arriving at Köln Breslauer Platz/Hbf via Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Strasbourg and Köln Hbf?

No, there is no direct train from Strasbourg to Köln Hbf. 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 to Köln Hbf?

The distance between Strasbourg and Köln Hbf is 382 km. The road distance is 353.3 km.

How do I travel from Strasbourg to Köln Hbf without a car?

The best way to get from Strasbourg to Köln Hbf without a car is to train which takes 3h 6m and costs €55 - €140.

How long does it take to get from Strasbourg to Köln Hbf?

It takes approximately 3h 6m to get from Strasbourg to Köln Hbf, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Strasbourg to Köln Hbf bus from?

Strasbourg to Köln Hbf bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Strasbourg station.

Where do I catch the Strasbourg to Köln Hbf train from?

Strasbourg to Köln Hbf train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Strasbourg Bahnhof station.

Train or bus from Strasbourg to Köln Hbf?

The best way to get from Strasbourg to Köln Hbf is to train which takes 3h 6m and costs €55 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €50 and takes 6h 50m.

Where does the Strasbourg to Köln Hbf bus arrive?

Strasbourg to Köln Hbf bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leverkusen station.

Where does the Strasbourg to Köln Hbf train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Strasbourg to Köln Hbf?

Yes, the driving distance between Strasbourg to Köln Hbf is 353 km. It takes approximately 3h 24m to drive from Strasbourg to Köln Hbf.

How do I get a train ticket from Strasbourg to Köln Hbf?

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Where can I stay near Köln Hbf?

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Strasbourg to Köln Hbf - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Strasbourg to Köln Hbf 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
€58–133
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Strasbourg to Leverkusenbus FlixBus N11
6h 50m
€30–50
Night train
1. Take the nighttrain from Offenburg to Koeln Hbfnighttrain Nj
7h 41m
€37–109
Drive 353.3 km
1. Drive from Strasbourg to Köln Hbfcar 353.3 km
3h 24m
€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
€58–137

Strasbourg to Köln Hbf by train

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Distance: 382 km
Duration: 3h 6m

What companies run services between Strasbourg, France and Köln Hbf, 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 Leverkusen twice daily. Tickets cost €30–50 and the journey takes 5h 40m.

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