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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Idstein is to drive which costs €20 - €30 and takes 1h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Idstein is to drive which takes 1h 18m and costs €20 - €30.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Idstein?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Idstein. However, there are services departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Idstein Hochschule via Limburg and Hünstetten-Limbach Hühnerkirche B 417. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Idstein?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Idstein. However, there are services departing from Koeln Hbf and arriving at Idstein Bahnhof via Frankfurt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 27m.

How far is it from Cologne to Idstein?

The distance between Cologne and Idstein is 142 km. The road distance is 144.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Idstein without a car is to train which takes 2h 6m and costs €30 - €120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 6m to get from Cologne to Idstein, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Idstein bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cologne to Idstein train from?

Cologne to Idstein train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Koeln Hbf station.

Train or bus from Cologne to Idstein?

The best way to get from Cologne to Idstein is to train which takes 2h 6m and costs €30 - €120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h.

Where does the Cologne to Idstein bus arrive?

Cologne to Idstein bus services, operated by SARVALTEH AUTO, arrive at Limburg an der Lahn station.

Where does the Cologne to Idstein train arrive?

Cologne to Idstein train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Frankfurt(Main)Hbf station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Idstein?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Idstein is 144 km. It takes approximately 1h 18m to drive from Cologne to Idstein.

Where can I stay near Idstein?

There are 890+ hotels available in Idstein.

Cologne to Idstein - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Cologne to Idstein by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Limburgtrain 49 / ...
2. Take the train from Limburg to Idstein Bahnhoftrain Rb22 / ...
2h 6m
€33–113
Drive 144.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Cologne to Idsteincar 144.2 km
1h 18m
€21–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Köln Hbf to Limburg an der Lahnbus
4h
Train via Frankfurt am Main
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Frankfurt(Main)Hbftrain Ice
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Idstein Bahnhoftrain Rb22 / ...
2h 27m
€28–107
Train via Neuwied
1. Take the train from Koeln Sued to Andernachtrain Re
2. Take the train from Andernach Bahnhof to Limburgtrain Rb23
4h 2m
€35–51

Cologne to Idstein by train and bus

84Weekly Services

2h 6mAverage Duration

€33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 142 km
Duration: 2h 6m

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

You can take a train from Köln Hbf to Idstein Bahnhof via Limburg, Limburg, Limburg, and Limburg in around 2h 6m. Alternatively, SARVALTEH AUTO operates a bus from Köln Hbf to Limburg an der Lahn once daily, and the journey takes 1h 49m.

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