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

The cheapest way to get from Brechen to Cologne is to bus which costs €6 - €13 and takes 3h 19m.

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 14m 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 16m.

How far is it from Brechen to Cologne?

The distance between Brechen and Cologne is 122 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 train which takes 2h 25m and costs €22 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 2h 25m 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.

Train or bus from Brechen to Cologne?

The best way to get from Brechen to Cologne is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs €22 - €50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €6 - €13 and takes 3h 19m.

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 14m to drive from Brechen to Cologne.

Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 953+ hotels available in Cologne.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Brechen 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 Limburg to Köln Hbftrain 49 / ...
2h 25m
€23–49
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Limburg an der Lahn to Köln Hbfbus
3h 19m
€7–13
Drive 124.8 km
1. Drive from Brechen to Colognecar 124.8 km
1h 14m
€18–26
Train via Koblenz
1. Take the train from Limburg to Koblenz Hauptbahnhoftrain Rb23 / ...
2. Take the train from Koblenz Hbf to Koeln Suedtrain Re
3h 16m
€32–64
Train via Koblenz #2
1. Take the train from Limburg to Koblenz Bahnhof Stadtmitte/Löhr-Centertrain Rb23
2. Take the train from Koblenz Bahnhof Stadtmitte/Löhr-Center to Köln Hbftrain Rb26
4h 2m
€33–59

Brechen to Cologne by train and bus

86Weekly Services

2h 25mAverage Duration

€23Cheapest Price

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Distance: 121.7 km
Duration: 2h 25m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Limburg to Köln Hbf every 2 hours. Tickets cost €20–45 and the journey takes 47 min. Alternatively, SARVALTEH AUTO operates a bus from Limburg an der Lahn to Köln Hbf once daily. Tickets cost €4–9 and the journey takes 1h 49m.

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