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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Forbach is to bus which costs €16 - €25 and takes 7h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Forbach is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Forbach?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Forbach. However, there are services departing from Köln Heumarkt and arriving at Bahnhof, Forbach via Leverkusen, Brauerstr./Fernbusbahnhof, Saarbrücken and Hauptbahnhof, Saarbrücken. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Forbach?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Forbach. However, there are services departing from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf and arriving at Forbach(F) via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof and Saarbrücken Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.

How far is it from Cologne to Forbach?

The distance between Cologne and Forbach is 378 km. The road distance is 245.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Forbach without a car is to train via Mannheim which takes 4h 34m and costs €55 - €180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 34m to get from Cologne to Forbach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Forbach bus from?

Cologne to Forbach bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Leverkusen station.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Forbach train from?

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

Train or bus from Cologne to Forbach?

The best way to get from Cologne to Forbach is to train via Mannheim which takes 4h 34m and costs €55 - €180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €16 - €25 and takes 7h 6m.

Where does the Cologne to Forbach bus arrive?

Cologne to Forbach bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Saarbrücken bus station.

Where does the Cologne to Forbach train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cologne to Forbach?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Forbach is 245 km. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Cologne to Forbach.

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

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Where can I stay near Forbach?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Cologne to Forbach 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 via Mannheim
best
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof47 / ...
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Saarbrücken HbfRe1
4h 34m
€60–173
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leverkusen to Saarbrücken bus stationN11
7h 6m
€16–25
Drive 245.1 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Forbach245.1 km
2h 32m
€38–55
Train
1. Take the train from Koeln Sued to Koblenz HbfRe
2. Take the train from Koblenz Hauptbahnhof to Saarbrücken HbfRe1
5h 21m
€52–82
Train via Ingelheim am Rhein
1. Take the train from Köln Süd Bf to Ingelheim, BahnhofRb26
2. Take the train from Ingelheim, Bahnhof to Saarbrücken HbfRe3 / ...
6h 6m
€62–89

Cologne to Forbach by train

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Distance: 377.6 km
Duration: 4h 34m

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

You can take a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Forbach(F) via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof and Saarbrücken Hbf in around 4h 34m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Leverkusen to Saarbrücken bus station once daily. Tickets cost €16–25 and the journey takes 3h 50m.

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