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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Hesse is to bus which costs €6 - €14 and takes 2h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Hesse is to train which takes 1h 8m and costs €30 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Hesse?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Frankfurt am Main. Services depart once daily, and operate Wednesday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Hesse?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Frankfurt Main. Services depart twice daily, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. The journey takes approximately 1h 8m.

How far is it from Cologne to Hesse?

The distance between Cologne and Hesse is 182 km. The road distance is 178.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Hesse without a car is to train which takes 1h 8m and costs €30 - €65.

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

The train from Cologne Hbf to Frankfurt Main takes 1h 8m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Hesse bus from?

Cologne to Hesse bus services, operated by SARVALTEH AUTO, depart from Köln Hbf station.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Hesse train from?

Cologne to Hesse train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Köln Hbf station.

Train or bus from Cologne to Hesse?

The best way to get from Cologne to Hesse is to train which takes 1h 8m and costs €30 - €65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €6 - €14 and takes 2h 48m.

Where does the Cologne to Hesse bus arrive?

Cologne to Hesse bus services, operated by SARVALTEH AUTO, arrive at Frankfurt am Main station.

Where does the Cologne to Hesse train arrive?

Cologne to Hesse train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Frankfurt Main station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Hesse?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Hesse is 178 km. It takes approximately 1h 58m to drive from Cologne to Hesse.

How do I get a train ticket from Cologne to Hesse?

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Where can I stay near Hesse?

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Cologne to Hesse - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Frankfurt Maintrain Trn
1h 8m
€30–65
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Köln Hbf to Frankfurt am Mainbus
2h 48m
€6–14
Drive 178.1 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Frankfurt am Maincar 178.1 km
1h 58m
€26–37
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Düsseldorf Hbftrain
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane DUS - FRA
3h 5m
€102–190
Train via Frankfurt
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Frankfurttrain 41 / ...
1h 12m
€33–135
Train via Frankfurt(Main)Hbf
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Frankfurt(Main)Hbftrain Ice
1h 15m
€23–138

Cologne to Hesse by train

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Distance: 181.6 km
Duration: 1h 8m

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

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) operates a train from Köln Hbf to Frankfurt Main twice daily. Tickets cost €30–65 and the journey takes 1h 8m. Alternatively, SARVALTEH AUTO operates a bus from Köln Hbf to Frankfurt am Main once daily. Tickets cost €6–14 and the journey takes 2h 48m.

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