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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Forbach is to train which costs €45 - €100 and takes 5h 39m.

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 3h 5m and costs €50 - €75.

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(Schwarzw) via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof and Karlsruhe Bahnhofsvorplatz. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.

How far is it from Cologne to Forbach?

The distance between Cologne and Forbach is 346 km. The road distance is 346.3 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 20m and costs €55 - €210.

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

It takes approximately 3h 20m 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 20m and costs €55 - €210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 23m.

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 346 km. It takes approximately 3h 5m 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 - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Cologne to Forbach by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhoftrain 12 / ...
3. Take the train from Karlsruhe Bahnhofsvorplatz to Forbach(Schwarzw)train
3h 20m
€60–207
Train #2
cheapest
1. Take the train from Köln-Ehrenfeld to Karlsruhe Hbftrain Nightjet
2. Take the train from Karlsruhe Bahnhofsvorplatz to Forbach(Schwarzw)train 85639 / ...
5h 39m
€49–99
Bus
1. Take the bus from Köln to Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOBbus Ivano-Frankivsk
2. Take the bus from Frankfurt central train station to Karlsruhe central train stationbus FlixBus 108 / ...
6h 23m
Drive 346.3 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Forbachcar 346.3 km
3h 5m
€50–73
Fly, train
1. Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Stuttgart Airport (STR)plane CGN - STR
2. Take the train from Hauptbahnhof to Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhoftrain
3. Take the train from Karlsruhe Bahnhofsvorplatz to Forbach(Schwarzw)train
7h 18m
€139–335
Train
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhoftrain 43 / ...
2. Take the train from Karlsruhe Bahnhofsvorplatz to Forbach(Schwarzw)train 85639 / ...
3h 27m
€65–206

Cologne to Forbach by train

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3h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 346.2 km
Duration: 3h 20m

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

You can take a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Forbach(Schwarzw) via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof, Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof, and Karlsruhe Bahnhofsvorplatz in around 3h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Köln to Forbach(Schwarzw) via Frankfurt central train station, Karlsruhe central train station, Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof, and Rastatt in around 6h 23m.

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