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

The cheapest way to get from Brechen to Cologne is to drive which costs €17 - €26 and takes 1h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brechen to Cologne is to drive which takes 1h 11m and costs €17 - €26.

Is there a direct train between Brechen and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Brechen to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Brechen-Oberbrechen Bahnhof and arriving at Koeln Sued via Limburg and Koblenz Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 5m.

How far is it from Brechen to Cologne?

The distance between Brechen and Cologne is 118 km. The road distance is 124.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Brechen to Cologne without a car is to line 282 bus and train which takes 1h 58m and costs €26 - €85.

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

It takes approximately 1h 58m to get from Brechen to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brechen to Cologne train from?

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

Where does the Brechen to Cologne train arrive?

Brechen to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Koblenz Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Brechen to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Brechen to Cologne is 125 km. It takes approximately 1h 11m to drive from Brechen to Cologne.

Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1740+ hotels available in Cologne.

Brechen to Cologne - 4 ways to travel via train, line 282 bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Brechen to Cologne by bus, train, 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.

Line 282 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Brechen-Niederbrechen Ortsmitte to Limburg285 / ...
2. Take the train from Limburg to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf41 / ...
1h 58m
€26–84
Drive 124.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Brechen to Cologne124.8 km
1h 11m
€18–26
Train
1. Take the train from Limburg to Koblenz HauptbahnhofRb23 / ...
2. Take the train from Koblenz Hbf to Koeln SuedRe
3h 5m
€34–60
Train via Koblenz
1. Take the train from Limburg to Mülheim-Kärlich BfRb23
2. Take the train from Mülheim-Kärlich Bf to Köln Süd BfRb26
4h 14m
€33–48

Brechen to Cologne by bus and train

30Weekly Services

1h 58mAverage Duration

€26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 117.6 km
Duration: 1h 58m

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

You can take a train from Brechen-Oberbrechen Bahnhof to Koeln Sued via Limburg and Koblenz Hbf in around 3h 5m.

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