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

The cheapest way to get from Wuppertal to Cologne is to rideshare which costs €3 and takes 59 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Wuppertal to Cologne is to train which takes 30 min and costs €8 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Wuppertal and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from W-tal Hist. Stadthalle and arriving at Köln Messe/Deutz Bahnhof. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Wuppertal and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Wuppertal Hbf and arriving at Köln Hbf. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 30 min.

How far is it from Wuppertal to Cologne?

The distance between Wuppertal and Cologne is 45 km. The road distance is 51.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Wuppertal to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 30 min and costs €8 - €35.

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

The train from Wuppertal Hbf to Köln Hbf takes 30 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Wuppertal to Cologne bus from?

Wuppertal to Cologne bus services, operated by go.on, depart from W-tal Hist. Stadthalle station.

Where do I catch the Wuppertal to Cologne train from?

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

Train or bus from Wuppertal to Cologne?

The best way to get from Wuppertal to Cologne is to train which takes 30 min and costs €8 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €29 - €45 and takes 2h 17m.

Where does the Wuppertal to Cologne bus arrive?

Wuppertal to Cologne bus services, operated by go.on, arrive at Köln Messe/Deutz Bahnhof station.

Where does the Wuppertal to Cologne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Wuppertal to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Wuppertal to Cologne is 52 km. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Wuppertal to Cologne.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1830+ hotels available in Cologne.

Can I share a ride from Wuppertal to Cologne?

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

Wuppertal to Cologne - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, car

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There are 5 ways to get from Wuppertal to Cologne by train, bus, rideshare, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wuppertal Hbf to Köln Hbftrain 19 / ...
30 min
€8–35
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Wuppertal to Colognerideshare 53.1 km
59 min
€3
Bus
1. Take the bus from W-tal Hist. Stadthalle to Köln Messe/Deutz Bahnhofbus Rb48 / ...
2h 17m
€29–45
Drive 51.8 km
1. Drive from Wuppertal to Colognecar 51.8 km
38 min
€8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Wuppertal to Colognetaxi 51.8 km
38 min
€150–190

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Distance: 45.4 km
Duration: 30 min

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Wuppertal Hbf to Köln Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €8–35 and the journey takes 30 min. National Express also services this route every 15 minutes. Alternatively, go.on operates a bus from W-tal Hist. Stadthalle to Köln Messe/Deutz Bahnhof hourly. Tickets cost €29–45 and the journey takes 2h 17m. Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) also services this route every 3 hours.

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