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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Forst is to train which costs €45 - €180 and takes 7h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Forst is to fly and train which takes 5h 22m and costs €85 - €280.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Forst?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis and arriving at Forst. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Forst?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Forst. However, there are services departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Forst(Lausitz) via S Spandau Bhf and Cottbus Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 13m.

How far is it from Cologne to Forst?

The distance between Cologne and Forst is 696 km. The road distance is 684 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Forst without a car is to train which takes 7h 13m and costs €45 - €180.

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

It takes approximately 7h 13m to get from Cologne to Forst, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Forst bus from?

Cologne to Forst bus services, operated by OrionBus, depart from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis station.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Forst train from?

Cologne to Forst train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Hbf station.

Train or bus from Cologne to Forst?

The best way to get from Cologne to Forst is to train which takes 7h 13m and costs €45 - €180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 15m.

Where does the Cologne to Forst bus arrive?

Cologne to Forst bus services, operated by OrionBus, arrive at Forst station.

Where does the Cologne to Forst train arrive?

Cologne to Forst train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at S Spandau Bhf station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Forst?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Forst is 684 km. It takes approximately 5h 36m to drive from Cologne to Forst.

Where can I stay near Forst?

There are 330+ hotels available in Forst.

Cologne to Forst - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Cologne to Forst 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.

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best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to S Spandau Bhftrain 19 / ...
2. Take the train from S Spandau Bhf to Cottbus, Hauptbahnhoftrain Re2
7h 13m
€46–173
Bus
1. Take the bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Forstbus Mykolayiv
7h 15m
Drive 684 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Forstcar 684 km
5h 36m
€98–141
Fly Cologne Bonn Airport to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, train
1. Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)plane CGN - BER
2. Take the train from S Königs Wusterhausen Bhf to Cottbus, Hauptbahnhoftrain
5h 22m
€88–279
Train via Hagen
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Hagen Hbftrain 43 / ...
2. Take the train from Hagen Hbf to Berlin Hbftrain 19
3. Take the train from S+U Berlin Hauptbahnhof to Cottbus, Hauptbahnhoftrain Re2
8h 5m
€70–223
Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, train
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to D-Flughafen Bftrain
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)plane DUS - BER
3. Take the train from S Königs Wusterhausen Bhf to Cottbus, Hauptbahnhoftrain
5h 47m
€103–337
Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly to Dresden Airport, train
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to D-Flughafen Bftrain
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Dresden Airport (DRS)plane DUS - DRS
3. Take the train from Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt to Cottbus, Hauptbahnhoftrain
6h 58m
€101–408
Train to Frankfurt, fly to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, train
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)plane FRA - BER
3. Take the train from S Königs Wusterhausen Bhf to Cottbus, Hauptbahnhoftrain
5h 59m
€104–328
Train to Frankfurt, fly to Dresden Airport, train
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Dresden Airport (DRS)plane FRA - DRS
3. Take the train from Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt to Cottbus, Hauptbahnhoftrain
7h 9m
€177–389

Cologne to Forst by train

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7h 13mAverage Duration

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Distance: 696 km
Duration: 7h 13m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Forst, Brandenburg, Germany?

You can take a train from Köln Hbf to Forst(Lausitz) via S Spandau Bhf, Cottbus, Hauptbahnhof, and Cottbus Hbf in around 7h 13m. Alternatively, OrionBus operates a bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Forst once daily, and the journey takes 7h 15m.

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