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

The cheapest way to get from Wiesbaden to Cologne is to rideshare which costs €7 - €17 and takes 2h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wiesbaden to Cologne is to train which takes 59 min and costs €29 - €120.

Is there a direct bus between Wiesbaden and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Wiesbaden station to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Wiesbaden central train station and arriving at Bonn UN Campus via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Wiesbaden and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Wiesbaden Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Köln Hbf. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 59 min.

How far is it from Wiesbaden to Cologne?

The distance between Wiesbaden and Cologne is 164 km. The road distance is 163.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Wiesbaden to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 59 min and costs €29 - €120.

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

The train from Wiesbaden Hauptbahnhof to Cologne Hbf takes 59 min including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Wiesbaden to Cologne bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Wiesbaden to Cologne train from?

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

Train or bus from Wiesbaden to Cologne?

The best way to get from Wiesbaden to Cologne is to train which takes 59 min and costs €29 - €120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €15 - €27 and takes 2h 30m.

Where does the Wiesbaden to Cologne bus arrive?

Wiesbaden to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bonn UN Campus station.

Where does the Wiesbaden to Cologne train arrive?

Wiesbaden to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Köln Hbf station.

Can I drive from Wiesbaden to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Wiesbaden to Cologne is 163 km. It takes approximately 1h 36m to drive from Wiesbaden to Cologne.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1822+ hotels available in Cologne.

Can I share a ride from Wiesbaden to Cologne?

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

Wiesbaden to Cologne - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Wiesbaden to Cologne by train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wiesbaden Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbftrain 45
59 min
€29–120
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Wiesbaden to Colognerideshare 163.8 km
2h 2m
€7–17
Bus
1. Take the bus from Wiesbaden central train station to Bonn UN Campusbus FlixBus 027
2h 30m
€16–27
Train via Mainz, Hauptbahnhof
1. Take the train from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbftrain 91 / ...
2h 18m
€22–136
Bus via Koblenz
1. Take the bus from Wiesbaden Hauptbahnhof to Koblenz Hauptbahnhofbus 10X
2. Take the bus from Koblenz Hauptbahnhof to Troisdorf Bfbus Re8x / ...
4h 54m
Drive 163.3 km
1. Drive from Wiesbaden to Colognecar 163.3 km
1h 36m
€24–34

Wiesbaden to Cologne by train

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Distance: 164.4 km
Duration: 59 min

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Wiesbaden Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbf once daily. Tickets cost €29–120 and the journey takes 59 min. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Wiesbaden central train station to Bonn UN Campus 5 times a week. Tickets cost €10–17 and the journey takes 1h 55m.

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