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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Ahr Valley is to drive which costs €8 - €13 and takes 42 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Ahr Valley is to drive which takes 42 min and costs €8 - €13.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Ahr Valley?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Ahr Valley. However, there are services departing from Koeln Sued and arriving at Bad Neuenahr-Ahrweiler Walporzheim Bf via Remagen Bf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h.

How far is it from Cologne to Ahr Valley?

The distance between Cologne and Ahr Valley is 68 km. The road distance is 58.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Ahr Valley without a car is to train which takes 2h and costs €17 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 2h to get from Cologne to Ahr Valley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Ahr Valley train from?

Cologne to Ahr Valley train services, operated by National Express, depart from Koeln Sued station.

Where does the Cologne to Ahr Valley train arrive?

Cologne to Ahr Valley train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Remagen station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Ahr Valley?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Ahr Valley is 59 km. It takes approximately 42 min to drive from Cologne to Ahr Valley.

Where can I stay near Ahr Valley?

There are 1176+ hotels available in Ahr Valley.

Cologne to Ahr Valley - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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

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 Koeln Sued to RemagenRe
2. Take the train from Remagen Bf to Bad Neuenahr-Ahrweiler Walporzheim BfRb39 / ...
2h
€17–36
Drive 58.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Cologne to Ahr Valley58.7 km
42 min
€9–13
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Koeln Sued to RemagenRe
2. Take the bus from Remagen Bf to Bad Neuenahr-Ahrweiler Walporzheim Bunte KuhRb30
2h 36m
€12–32
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cologne to Ahr Valley58.7 km
42 min
€140–170
Line 16 subway, train
1. Take the subway from Köln Poststr. to Bonn Hbf18 / ...
2. Take the train from Bonn Hbf to Bad Neuenahr-Ahrweiler Walporzheim BfRb30
3h 7m
€13–19

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 67.5 km
Duration: 2h

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

You can take a train from Koeln Sued to Ahr Valley via Remagen Bf and Bad Neuenahr-Ahrweiler Walporzheim Bf in around 2h.

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