What is the cheapest way to get from Aachen-Rothe Erde to Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Aachen-Rothe Erde to Cologne is to drive which costs €9 - €14 and takes 40 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Aachen-Rothe Erde to Cologne?

The fastest way to get from Aachen-Rothe Erde to Cologne is to drive which takes 40 min and costs €9 - €14.

Is there a direct bus between Aachen-Rothe Erde and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Aachen, Rothe Erde Bf and arriving at Köln Hansaring. Services depart three times a week, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Aachen-Rothe Erde and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Aachen-Rothe Erde and arriving at Koeln Hbf. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 50 min.

How far is it from Aachen-Rothe Erde to Cologne?

The distance between Aachen-Rothe Erde and Cologne is 68 km. The road distance is 67.3 km.

How do I travel from Aachen-Rothe Erde to Cologne without a car?

The best way to get from Aachen-Rothe Erde to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 50 min and costs €18 - €27.

How long does it take to get from Aachen-Rothe Erde to Cologne?

The train from Aachen-Rothe Erde to Koeln Hbf takes 50 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Aachen-Rothe Erde to Cologne bus from?

Aachen-Rothe Erde to Cologne bus services, operated by DB Bus, depart from Aachen, Rothe Erde Bf station.

Where do I catch the Aachen-Rothe Erde to Cologne train from?

Aachen-Rothe Erde to Cologne train services, operated by National Express, depart from Aachen-Rothe Erde station.

Train or bus from Aachen-Rothe Erde to Cologne?

The best way to get from Aachen-Rothe Erde to Cologne is to train which takes 50 min and costs €18 - €27. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €11 - €15 and takes 2h 48m.

Where does the Aachen-Rothe Erde to Cologne bus arrive?

Aachen-Rothe Erde to Cologne bus services, operated by DB Bus, arrive at Köln Hansaring station.

Where does the Aachen-Rothe Erde to Cologne train arrive?

Aachen-Rothe Erde to Cologne train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Koeln Hbf station.

Can I drive from Aachen-Rothe Erde to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Aachen-Rothe Erde to Cologne is 67 km. It takes approximately 40 min to drive from Aachen-Rothe Erde to Cologne.

How do I get a train ticket from Aachen-Rothe Erde to Cologne?

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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Aachen-Rothe Erde to Cologne - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Aachen-Rothe Erde to Cologne by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Aachen-Rothe Erde to Koeln Hbftrain Re
50 min
€18–27
Drive 67.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Aachen-Rothe Erde to Colognecar 67.3 km
40 min
€10–14
Bus
1. Take the bus from Aachen, Rothe Erde Bf to Köln Hansaringbus S19
2h 48m
€11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Aachen-Rothe Erde to Colognetaxi 67.3 km
40 min
€160–190

Aachen-Rothe Erde to Cologne by train

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Distance: 67.7 km
Duration: 50 min

What companies run services between Aachen-Rothe Erde, Germany and Cologne, Germany?

National Express operates a train from Aachen-Rothe Erde to Koeln Hbf hourly, and the journey takes 50 min. Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) also services this route hourly. Alternatively, DB Bus operates a bus from Aachen, Rothe Erde Bf to Köln Hansaring 3 times a week. Tickets cost €11–15 and the journey takes 2h 48m.

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