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

The cheapest way to get from Tübingen to Cologne is to rideshare which costs €18 - €28 and takes 4h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tübingen to Cologne is to train which takes 3h 36m and costs €65 - €140.

Is there a direct bus between Tübingen and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Tübingen station to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Tübingen central station and arriving at Cologne Airport CGN via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Tübingen and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Tübingen to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Tübingen Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.

How far is it from Tübingen to Cologne?

The distance between Tübingen and Cologne is 416 km. The road distance is 379.1 km.

How do I travel from Tübingen to Cologne without a car?

The best way to get from Tübingen to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 3h 36m and costs €65 - €140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 36m to get from Tübingen to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tübingen to Cologne bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Tübingen to Cologne train from?

Tübingen to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Tübingen Hauptbahnhof station.

Train, bus or fly from Tübingen to Cologne?

The best way to get from Tübingen to Cologne is to train which takes 3h 36m and costs €65 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €60 and takes 6h 44m, you could also fly, which costs €130 - €310 and takes 5h 7m.

Where does the Tübingen to Cologne bus arrive?

Tübingen to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Cologne Airport CGN station.

Where does the Tübingen to Cologne train arrive?

Tübingen to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Tübingen to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Tübingen to Cologne is 379 km. It takes approximately 3h 45m to drive from Tübingen to Cologne.

How do I get a train ticket from Tübingen to Cologne?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Tübingen to Cologne?

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1838+ hotels available in Cologne.

Can I share a ride from Tübingen to Cologne?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Tübingen and Cologne. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Tübingen to Cologne - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Tübingen to Cologne by train, bus, rideshare, plane, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Tübingen Hauptbahnhof to Hauptbahnhoftrain Re6 / ...
2. Take the train from Hauptbahnhof to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 47 / ...
3h 36m
€68–138
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Tübingen to Colognerideshare 379.2 km
4h 13m
€18–28
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tübingen central station to Cologne Airport CGNbus FlixBus N177
6h 44m
€35–57
Fly Stuttgart Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Fly from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane STR - CGN
5h 7m
€134–309
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Tübingen Hauptbahnhof to Hauptbahnhoftrain Re6 / ...
2. Take the bus from Stuttgart to Kölnbus Ivano-Frankivsk
10h 56m
€77–83
Drive 379.1 km
1. Drive from Tübingen to Colognecar 379.1 km
3h 45m
€56–80
Train, train to Frankfurt, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take the train from Tübingen Hauptbahnhof to Hauptbahnhoftrain
2. Take the train from Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurttrain
3. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane FRA - DUS
5h 24m
€127–246

Tübingen to Cologne by train

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Distance: 416.4 km
Duration: 3h 36m

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

You can take a train from Tübingen Hauptbahnhof to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Hauptbahnhof in around 3h 36m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Tübingen central station to Cologne Airport CGN twice daily. Tickets cost €30–55 and the journey takes 6h 25m.

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