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

The cheapest way to get from Bottrop to Cologne is to rideshare which costs €4 - €7 and takes 1h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bottrop to Cologne is to drive which takes 50 min and costs €11 - €17.

Is there a direct train between Bottrop and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Bottrop to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Bottrop Hbf and arriving at Koeln Hbf via Oberhausen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 34m.

How far is it from Bottrop to Cologne?

The distance between Bottrop and Cologne is 79 km. The road distance is 80.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Bottrop to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 1h 34m and costs €7 - €19.

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

It takes approximately 1h 34m to get from Bottrop to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bottrop to Cologne train from?

Bottrop to Cologne train services, operated by National Express, depart from Oberhausen Hbf station.

Where does the Bottrop to Cologne train arrive?

Bottrop to Cologne train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Koeln Hbf station.

Can I drive from Bottrop to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Bottrop to Cologne is 81 km. It takes approximately 50 min to drive from Bottrop to Cologne.

Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1821+ hotels available in Cologne.

Can I share a ride from Bottrop to Cologne?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Bottrop and Cologne. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Bottrop to Cologne by train, bus, rideshare, 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 Oberhausen Hbf to Koeln Hbftrain Re
1h 34m
€7–19
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Bottrop to Colognerideshare 81.6 km
1h 12m
€4–7
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Bottrop Hbf to Oberhausen Hbftrain Re
2. Take the train from Oberhausen Hbf to Duisburg Hbftrain Re / ...
3. Take the bus from Mercatorstraße, Duisburg to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleisbus
2h 6m
Train via Oberhausen Hbf
1. Take the train from Oberhausen Hbf to Köln Hbftrain Ice / ...
1h 56m
€7–19
Drive 80.9 km
1. Drive from Bottrop to Colognecar 80.9 km
50 min
€12–17

Bottrop to Cologne by train

132Weekly Trains

1h 34mAverage Duration

€7Cheapest Price

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Distance: 79.5 km
Duration: 1h 34m

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

National Express operates a train from Oberhausen Hbf to Koeln Hbf hourly, and the journey takes 1h 1m. Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) also services this route every 4 hours.

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