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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Alsace is to drive which costs €55 - €85 and takes 4h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Alsace is to drive which takes 4h 3m and costs €55 - €85.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Alsace?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Alsace. However, there are services departing from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf and arriving at Scherwiller via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof, Strasbourg and Selestat. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.

How far is it from Cologne to Alsace?

The distance between Cologne and Alsace is 427 km. The road distance is 374.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Alsace without a car is to train via Selestat which takes 5h 4m and costs €65 - €220.

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

It takes approximately 5h 4m to get from Cologne to Alsace, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Alsace train from?

Cologne to Alsace train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.

Train or bus from Cologne to Alsace?

The best way to get from Cologne to Alsace is to train via Selestat which takes 5h 4m and costs €65 - €220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 10h 17m.

Where does the Cologne to Alsace train arrive?

Cologne to Alsace train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Alsace?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Alsace is 375 km. It takes approximately 4h 3m to drive from Cologne to Alsace.

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

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Where can I stay near Alsace?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Cologne to Alsace by train (TGV), bus, night train, 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.

Train via Selestat
best
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain 47 / ...
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Strasbourg Bahnhoftrain 82 / ...
3. Take the train from Strasbourg to Selestattrain Ter
5h 4m
€70–217
Drive 374.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Cologne to Alsacecar 374.9 km
4h 3m
€58–84
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cologne to Mannheim, ZOBbus
2. Take the bus from Mannheim central bus station to Colmarbus 108
10h 17m
Night train, train
1. Take the night train from Koeln Hbf to Offenburgnighttrain Nj
2. Take the train from Strasbourg to Scherwillertrain Ter
8h
€64–286
Train
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain 43 / ...
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Strasbourg Bahnhoftrain 82 / ...
3. Take the train from Strasbourg to Scherwillertrain Ter
5h 43m
€62–247

Cologne to Alsace by train

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5h 4mAverage Duration

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Distance: 427.3 km
Duration: 5h 4m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Alsace, France?

You can take a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Scherwiller via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof, Strasbourg Bahnhof, Strasbourg, and Selestat in around 5h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cologne to Alumnat via Mannheim central bus station, Colmar, Colmar, Selestat, and Gare in around 10h 17m.

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