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 4m.

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 4m 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 Karlsruhe Bahnhofsvorplatz. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.

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 which takes 3h 37m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 37m 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.

Where does the Cologne to Forbach train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cologne to Forbach?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Forbach is 346 km. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from Cologne to Forbach.

Where can I stay near Forbach?

There are 1320+ hotels available in Forbach.

Cologne to Forbach - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Cologne to Forbach by train, bus, night train, 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 Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof43
2. Take the train from Karlsruhe Bahnhofsvorplatz to Forbach(Schwarzw)85639 / ...
3h 37m
Drive 346.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Cologne to Forbach346.3 km
3h 4m
€50–72
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cologne to Mannheim, ZOB
2. Take the bus from Mannheim central bus station to Karlsruhe central train station108 / ...
3. Take the train from Karlsruhe Albtalbahnhof to Forbach(Schwarzw)
6h 51m
Night train, train
1. Take the night train from Koeln Hbf to Karlsruhe HbfNj
2. Take the train from Karlsruhe Bahnhofsvorplatz to Forbach(Schwarzw)85639 / ...
5h 53m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 345.8 km
Duration: 3h 37m

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

You can take a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Forbach(Schwarzw) via Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof and Karlsruhe Bahnhofsvorplatz in around 3h 37m.

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