What is the cheapest way to get from Cologne to Bad Ems?

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Bad Ems is to drive which costs €15 - €23 and takes 1h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cologne to Bad Ems?

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Bad Ems is to drive which takes 1h 16m and costs €15 - €23.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Bad Ems?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Bad Ems. However, there are services departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Bad Ems Rathaus via Montabaur Konrad-Adenauer-Platz. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Bad Ems?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Bad Ems. However, there are services departing from Koeln Sued and arriving at Bad Ems Westbahnhof via Koblenz Bahnhof Stadtmitte/Löhr-Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 4m.

How far is it from Cologne to Bad Ems?

The distance between Cologne and Bad Ems is 103 km. The road distance is 109.3 km.

How do I travel from Cologne to Bad Ems without a car?

The best way to get from Cologne to Bad Ems without a car is to train which takes 2h 4m and costs €23 - €35.

How long does it take to get from Cologne to Bad Ems?

It takes approximately 2h 4m to get from Cologne to Bad Ems, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Bad Ems bus from?

Cologne to Bad Ems bus services, operated by SARVALTEH AUTO, depart from Köln Hbf station.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Bad Ems train from?

Cologne to Bad Ems train services, operated by National Express, depart from Koeln Sued station.

Train or bus from Cologne to Bad Ems?

The best way to get from Cologne to Bad Ems is to train which takes 2h 4m and costs €23 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus and line 456 bus, which costs and takes 3h 8m.

Where does the Cologne to Bad Ems bus arrive?

Cologne to Bad Ems bus services, operated by SARVALTEH AUTO, arrive at Montabaur station.

Where does the Cologne to Bad Ems train arrive?

Cologne to Bad Ems train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Koblenz Stadtmitte station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Bad Ems?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Bad Ems is 109 km. It takes approximately 1h 16m to drive from Cologne to Bad Ems.

Where can I stay near Bad Ems?

There are 1727+ hotels available in Bad Ems.

Cologne to Bad Ems - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 456 bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Cologne to Bad Ems 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 Koeln Sued to Koblenz Stadtmittetrain Re
2. Take the train from Koblenz Bahnhof Stadtmitte/Löhr-Center to Bad Ems Westbahnhoftrain Rb23
2h 4m
€23–33
Drive 109.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Cologne to Bad Emscar 109.3 km
1h 16m
€16–23
Bus, line 456 bus
1. Take the bus from Köln Hbf to Montabaurbus
2. Take the bus from Montabaur Konrad-Adenauer-Platz to Bad Ems Rathausbus 456
3h 8m
Train via Cologne Hbf
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Koblenz Bahnhof Stadtmitte/Löhr-Centertrain Rb26
2. Take the train from Koblenz Bahnhof Stadtmitte/Löhr-Center to Bad Ems Westbahnhoftrain Rb23
2h 32m
€23–34

Cologne to Bad Ems by train

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Distance: 102.9 km
Duration: 2h 4m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Bad Ems, Germany?

You can take a train from Koeln Sued to Bad Ems Westbahnhof via Koblenz Bahnhof Stadtmitte/Löhr-Center in around 2h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Köln Hbf to Bad Ems Rathaus via Montabaur and Montabaur Konrad-Adenauer-Platz in around 3h 8m.

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