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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Ahr is to drive which costs €7 - €12 and takes 44 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Ahr is to drive which takes 44 min and costs €7 - €12.

Is there a direct ferry between Cologne and Ahr?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Köln KD and arriving at Linz(Rhein) KD. Services depart once daily, and operate Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 5h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Ahr?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Linz. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 58 min.

How far is it from Cologne to Ahr?

The distance between Cologne and Ahr is 59 km. The road distance is 55.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Ahr without a car is to train which takes 58 min and costs €12 - €18.

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

The train from Köln Hbf to Linz takes 58 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Ahr train from?

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

Where does the Cologne to Ahr train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cologne to Ahr?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Ahr is 56 km. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Cologne to Ahr.

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

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Where can I stay near Ahr?

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Cologne to Ahr - 5 ways to travel via train, ferry, car, taxi, and line 851 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Cologne to Ahr by train, ferry, car, taxi, or bus

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 Köln Hbf to LinzRb27 / ...
58 min
€12–18
Drive 55.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Cologne to Ahr55.6 km
44 min
€8–12
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Köln KD to Linz(Rhein) KDSch / ...
5h 20m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cologne to Ahr55.6 km
44 min
€130–160
Train, line 851 bus
1. Take the train from Koeln Sued to RemagenRe
2. Take the bus from Remagen Bf to Remagen Kripp Kirche852 / ...
1h 20m

Cologne to Ahr by train

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Distance: 58.5 km
Duration: 58 min

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

Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) operates a train from Köln Hbf to Linz hourly. Tickets cost €12–18 and the journey takes 58 min. Alternatively, Köln-Düsseldorfer Deutsche Rheinschiffahrt GmbH (KD) operates a ferry from Köln KD to Linz(Rhein) KD once daily, and the journey takes 5h 20m.

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