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 €21 - €40 and takes 5h 44m.

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 - €60.

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. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.

How far is it from Cologne to Forbach?

The distance between Cologne and Forbach is 378 km. The road distance is 245.9 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 3h 52m and costs €65 - €210.

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

It takes approximately 3h 52m to get from Cologne to Forbach, including transfers.

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 3h 52m and costs €65 - €210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €21 - €40 and takes 5h 44m.

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 246 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?

There are 815+ hotels available in Forbach.

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, Hauptbahnhoftrain 47 / ...
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Forbach(F)train 82
3h 52m
€69–204
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bonn UN Campus to Saarbrücken bus stationbus FlixBus N11
5h 44m
€21–36
Drive 245.9 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Forbachcar 245.9 km
2h 32m
€39–56
Train
1. Take the train from Köln Süd Bf to Trier, Hauptbahnhoftrain Re22
2. Take the train from Trier, Hauptbahnhof to Saarbrücken Hbftrain Re1
5h 14m
€50–82
Train #2
1. Take the train from Koeln-Muelheim to Koblenz Hbftrain Re
2. Take the train from Koblenz Hauptbahnhof to Saarbrücken Hbftrain Re1
7h 4m

Cologne to Forbach by train

2Weekly Trains

3h 52mAverage Duration

€69Cheapest Price

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Distance: 377.7 km
Duration: 3h 52m

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 in around 3h 52m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bonn UN Campus to Saarbrücken bus station twice daily. Tickets cost €15–26 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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