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

The cheapest way to get from BASF to Cologne is to bus which costs €30 - €65 and takes 4h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from BASF to Cologne is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct train between BASF and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from BASF to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Ludwigshafen, BASF and arriving at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Ludwigshafen, Mitte and Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

How far is it from BASF to Cologne?

The distance between BASF and Cologne is 243 km. The road distance is 234.4 km.

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

The best way to get from BASF to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs €35 - €150.

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

It takes approximately 2h 44m to get from BASF to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the BASF to Cologne train from?

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

Train or bus from BASF to Cologne?

The best way to get from BASF to Cologne is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs €35 - €150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €65 and takes 4h 24m.

Where does the BASF to Cologne train arrive?

BASF to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.

Can I drive from BASF to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between BASF to Cologne is 234 km. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from BASF to Cologne.

Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1738+ hotels available in Cologne.

BASF to Cologne - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from BASF to Cologne by train, bus, or car

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 Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf42 / ...
2h 44m
€36–142
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mannheim central bus station to Cologne Airport CGN027 / ...
4h 24m
€30–62
Drive 234.4 km
1. Drive from BASF to Cologne234.4 km
2h 15m
€34–49
Train via Mainz
1. Take the train from Ludwigshafen, Hauptbahnhof to Mainz, HauptbahnhofS6
2. Take the train from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Süd BfRb26
5h 38m
€46–68
Train via Koblenz
1. Take the train from Ludwigshafen, Mitte to Koblenz HauptbahnhofRe1
2. Take the train from Koblenz Hbf to Koeln-MuelheimRe
7h 43m
€66–96

BASF to Cologne by foot, tram, and train

57Weekly Services

2h 44mAverage Duration

€36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 242.6 km
Duration: 2h 44m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf every 4 hours. Tickets cost €29–90 and the journey takes 1h 26m. Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) also services this route once daily. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Mannheim central bus station to Cologne Airport CGN every 4 hours. Tickets cost €19–28 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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