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

The cheapest way to get from Bensheim to Cologne is to drive which costs €30 - €45 and takes 1h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bensheim to Cologne is to drive which takes 1h 59m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct train between Bensheim and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Bensheim to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Bensheim, Bahnhof and arriving at Köln Hbf via Frankfurt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 15m.

How far is it from Bensheim to Cologne?

The distance between Bensheim and Cologne is 229 km. The road distance is 217.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Bensheim to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 2h 15m and costs €25 - €80.

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

It takes approximately 2h 15m to get from Bensheim to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bensheim to Cologne train from?

Bensheim to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Bensheim, Bahnhof station.

Where does the Bensheim to Cologne train arrive?

Bensheim to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Frankfurt station.

Can I drive from Bensheim to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Bensheim to Cologne is 217 km. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Bensheim to Cologne.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1775+ hotels available in Cologne.

Bensheim to Cologne - 5 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Bensheim to Cologne by train, car, or plane

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 Bensheim, Bahnhof to Frankfurttrain Re60 / ...
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Hbftrain 49 / ...
2h 15m
€25–80
Drive 217.2 km
1. Drive from Bensheim to Colognecar 217.2 km
1h 59m
€31–44
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Bensheim, Bahnhof to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane FRA - DUS
3. Take the train from Duesseldorf Hbf to Koeln Hbftrain
3h 43m
€105–234
Train via Köln Messe/Deutz Bf
1. Take the train from Bensheim, Bahnhof to Frankfurttrain Re60 / ...
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 41 / ...
2h 17m
€28–80
Train via Mainz
1. Take the train from Bensheim, Bahnhof to Mainz, Hauptbahnhoftrain S5
2. Take the train from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Köln West Bftrain Rb26
5h 44m
€48–70

Bensheim to Cologne by train

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Distance: 228.7 km
Duration: 2h 15m

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

You can take a train from Bensheim, Bahnhof to Köln Hbf via Frankfurt in around 2h 15m.

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