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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Ansbach is to drive which costs €50 - €75 and takes 3h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Ansbach is to drive which takes 3h 30m and costs €50 - €75.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Ansbach?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Ansbach. However, there are services departing from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf and arriving at Ansbach via Würzburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.

How far is it from Cologne to Ansbach?

The distance between Cologne and Ansbach is 389 km. The road distance is 371.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Ansbach without a car is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs €55 - €140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 3m to get from Cologne to Ansbach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Ansbach train from?

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

Where does the Cologne to Ansbach train arrive?

Cologne to Ansbach train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Würzburg Hbf station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Ansbach?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Ansbach is 372 km. It takes approximately 3h 30m to drive from Cologne to Ansbach.

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

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Where can I stay near Ansbach?

There are 335+ hotels available in Ansbach.

Cologne to Ansbach - 7 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Cologne to Ansbach by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Würzburg Hbftrain 41 / ...
2. Take the train from Würzburg Hbf to Ansbachtrain Re80
4h 3m
€57–136
Drive 371.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Cologne to Ansbachcar 371.6 km
3h 30m
€52–75
Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly to Nuremberg Airport, train
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to D-Flughafen Bftrain
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Nuremberg Airport (NUE)plane DUS - NUE
3. Take the train from Nürnberg-Schweinau to Ansbachtrain
5h 40m
€133–308
Train via Frankfurt am Main
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Frankfurt(Main)Hbftrain Ice
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Würzburg Hbftrain
3. Take the train from Würzburg Hbf to Ansbachtrain
5h 31m
€69–176
Train to Frankfurt, fly to Nuremberg Airport, train
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Nuremberg Airport (NUE)plane FRA - NUE
3. Take the train from Nürnberg-Schweinau to Ansbachtrain
3h 57m
€116–249
Fly Cologne Bonn Airport to Munich International Airport, train
1. Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Munich International Airport (MUC)plane CGN - MUC
2. Take the train from Flughafen München to Hauptbahnhoftrain
3. Take the train from München Hbf to Nürnberg Hbftrain
4. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Ansbachtrain
5h 16m
€104–302
Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly to Munich International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to D-Flughafen Bftrain
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Munich International Airport (MUC)plane DUS - MUC
3. Take the train from Flughafen München to Hauptbahnhoftrain
4. Take the train from München Hbf to Nürnberg Hbftrain
5. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Ansbachtrain
5h 47m
€121–329

Cologne to Ansbach by train

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Distance: 389 km
Duration: 4h 3m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Ansbach, Bavaria, Germany?

You can take a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Ansbach via Würzburg Hbf in around 4h 3m.

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