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

The cheapest way to get from Ahr to Cologne is to drive which costs €7 - €12 and takes 44 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Ahr to Cologne is to train which takes 43 min and costs €11 - €27.

Is there a direct ferry between Ahr and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Linz(Rhein) Kd and arriving at Koeln Kd. Services depart six times a week, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Ahr and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Sinzig(Rhein) and arriving at Koeln Sued. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 43 min.

How far is it from Ahr to Cologne?

The distance between Ahr and Cologne is 53 km. The road distance is 55.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Ahr to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 43 min and costs €11 - €27.

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

The train from Sinzig(Rhein) to Koeln Sued takes 43 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Ahr to Cologne train from?

Ahr to Cologne train services, operated by National Express, depart from Sinzig(Rhein) station.

Where does the Ahr to Cologne train arrive?

Ahr to Cologne train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Koeln Sued station.

Can I drive from Ahr to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Ahr to Cologne is 56 km. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Ahr to Cologne.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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Ahr to Cologne - 5 ways to travel via train, ferry, car, taxi, and line 851 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Ahr to Cologne by train, ferry, car, taxi, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Sinzig(Rhein) to Koeln SuedRe
43 min
€11–27
Drive 55.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ahr to Cologne55.9 km
44 min
€8–12
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Linz(Rhein) Kd to Koeln Kd202 / ...
3h 10m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ahr to Cologne55.9 km
44 min
€130–160
Line 851 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Remagen Kripp Kirche to Remagen Bf852 / ...
2. Take the train from Remagen Bf to Köln HbfRb26
1h 48m

Ahr to Cologne by train

433Weekly Trains

43 minAverage Duration

€11Cheapest Price

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Distance: 53.4 km
Duration: 43 min

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

National Express operates a train from Sinzig(Rhein) to Koeln Sued hourly. Tickets cost €11–16 and the journey takes 43 min. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Köln-Düsseldorfer Deutsche Rheinschiffahrt GmbH (KD) operates a ferry from Linz(Rhein) Kd to Koeln Kd 6 times a week, and the journey takes 3h 10m.

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