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

The cheapest way to get from Bruchsal to Cologne is to bus which costs €35 - €70 and takes 5h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bruchsal to Cologne is to drive which takes 2h 30m and costs €40 - €60.

Is there a direct train between Bruchsal and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Bruchsal to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Bruchsal and arriving at Köln Hbf via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

How far is it from Bruchsal to Cologne?

The distance between Bruchsal and Cologne is 290 km. The road distance is 282.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Bruchsal to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs €30 - €160.

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

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

Where do I catch the Bruchsal to Cologne train from?

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

Train or bus from Bruchsal to Cologne?

The best way to get from Bruchsal to Cologne is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs €30 - €160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €70 and takes 5h 50m.

Where does the Bruchsal to Cologne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bruchsal to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Bruchsal to Cologne is 283 km. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Bruchsal to Cologne.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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Bruchsal to Cologne - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Bruchsal 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 Bruchsal to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain S3 / ...
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbftrain 43 / ...
2h 44m
€32–160
Bus
1. Take the bus from Karlsruhe central train station to Cologne Airport CGNbus 027 / ...
5h 50m
€35–67
Drive 282.7 km
1. Drive from Bruchsal to Colognecar 282.7 km
2h 30m
€40–58
Train via Mainz
1. Take the train from Bruchsal to Ludwigshafen, Mittetrain S3 / ...
2. Take the train from Ludwigshafen, Mitte to Mainz, Hauptbahnhoftrain S5 / ...
3. Take the train from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Köln West Bftrain
6h 15m
€55–81

Bruchsal to Cologne by train

233Weekly Trains

2h 44mAverage Duration

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Distance: 289.5 km
Duration: 2h 44m

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

You can take a train from Bruchsal to Köln Hbf via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof in around 2h 44m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Karlsruhe central train station to Cologne Airport CGN every 4 hours. Tickets cost €25–35 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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