What is the cheapest way to get from Trier (Land) to Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Trier (Land) to Cologne is to bus which costs €17 - €30 and takes 3h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Trier (Land) to Cologne?

The fastest way to get from Trier (Land) to Cologne is to drive which takes 1h 51m and costs €23 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Trier (Land) and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Trier (Land) to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Trier, Hochschule Trier and arriving at Bonn UN Campus via Trier central train station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Trier (Land) and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Trier (Land) to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Trier-Pallien and arriving at Köln Süd Bf via Pfalzel, Hafenstraße. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.

How far is it from Trier (Land) to Cologne?

The distance between Trier (Land) and Cologne is 165 km. The road distance is 164.1 km.

How do I travel from Trier (Land) to Cologne without a car?

The best way to get from Trier (Land) to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 3h 29m and costs €30 - €60.

How long does it take to get from Trier (Land) to Cologne?

It takes approximately 3h 29m to get from Trier (Land) to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Trier (Land) to Cologne bus from?

Trier (Land) to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Trier central train station.

Where do I catch the Trier (Land) to Cologne train from?

Trier (Land) to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Pfalzel, Hafenstraße station.

Train or bus from Trier (Land) to Cologne?

The best way to get from Trier (Land) to Cologne is to train which takes 3h 29m and costs €30 - €60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €17 - €30 and takes 3h 50m.

Where does the Trier (Land) to Cologne bus arrive?

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

Where does the Trier (Land) to Cologne train arrive?

Trier (Land) to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Köln Süd Bf station.

Can I drive from Trier (Land) to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Trier (Land) to Cologne is 164 km. It takes approximately 1h 51m to drive from Trier (Land) to Cologne.

Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1849+ hotels available in Cologne.

Trier (Land) to Cologne - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Trier (Land) to Cologne by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Pfalzel, Hafenstraße to Köln Süd Bftrain Re22
3h 29m
€31–59
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Trier central train station to Bonn UN Campusbus N1327
3h 50m
€18–29
Drive 164.1 km
1. Drive from Trier (Land) to Colognecar 164.1 km
1h 51m
€24–34

Trier (Land) to Cologne by train

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Distance: 164.6 km
Duration: 3h 29m

What companies run services between Trier (Land), Germany and Cologne, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) operates a train from Pfalzel, Hafenstraße to Köln Süd Bf hourly. Tickets cost €30–50 and the journey takes 2h 48m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Trier central train station to Bonn UN Campus once daily. Tickets cost €11–20 and the journey takes 2h 10m.

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