The average train between Cologne and Ludwigshafen (Rhein) BASF Mitte takes 4h 35m and the fastest train takes 2h 40m. The train service runs several times per day from Cologne to Ludwigshafen (Rhein) BASF Mitte. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 4 times a day between Cologne and Ludwigshafen (Rhein) BASF Mitte. The earliest departure is at 7:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cologne is at 7:30 PM which arrives into Ludwigshafen (Rhein) BASF Mitte at 4:58 AM. All services require a transfer at Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof and take an average of 4h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Cologne to Ludwigshafen (Rhein) BASF Mitte? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Ludwigshafen (Rhein) BASF Mitte. However, there are services departing from Cologne station and arriving at Ludwigshafen (Rhein) BASF Mitte station via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.
Cologne to Ludwigshafen (Rhein) BASF Mitte train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.
Cologne to Ludwigshafen (Rhein) BASF Mitte train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof station.
The distance between Cologne and Ludwigshafen (Rhein) BASF Mitte is 190.2 km. The road distance is 246 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof every 2 hours. Tickets cost €45–110 and the journey takes 1h 21m.