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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Forbach is to drive which costs €45 - €75 and takes 3h 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 3h 6m and costs €45 - €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 46m.

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 46m and costs €65 - €110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 46m 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 46m and costs €65 - €110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 35m.

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 6m to drive from Cologne to Forbach.

Where can I stay near Forbach?

There are 1186+ 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 Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhoftrain 20 / ...
3. Take the train from Karlsruhe Bahnhofsvorplatz to Forbach(Schwarzw)train
3h 46m
€69–103
Drive 346.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Cologne to Forbachcar 346.3 km
3h 6m
€49–71
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 35m
Train
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhoftrain 43 / ...
2. Take the train from Karlsruhe Bahnhofsvorplatz to Forbach(Schwarzw)train 85685 / ...
3h 55m
€58–172
Train #2
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhoftrain 43N
2. Take the train from Karlsruhe Bahnhofsvorplatz to Forbach(Schwarzw)train 85685 / ...
6h 4m
€73–84

Cologne to Forbach by train

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3h 46mAverage Duration

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Distance: 346 km
Duration: 3h 46m

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 46m. 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 35m.

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