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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Kehl is to drive which costs €45 - €75 and takes 3h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Kehl is to drive which takes 3h 22m and costs €45 - €75.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Kehl?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Kehl station. However, there are services departing from Köln and arriving at Kehl train station via Frankfurt central train station and Karlsruhe central train station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Kehl?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Kehl. However, there are services departing from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf and arriving at Kehl Bahnhof via Frankfurt and Offenburg Bahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 10m.

How far is it from Cologne to Kehl?

The distance between Cologne and Kehl is 405 km. The road distance is 351.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Kehl without a car is to train via Frankfurt am Main which takes 4h 10m and costs €40 - €130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 10m to get from Cologne to Kehl, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Kehl bus from?

Cologne to Kehl bus services, operated by GrandBus, depart from Köln station.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Kehl train from?

Cologne to Kehl train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.

Train or bus from Cologne to Kehl?

The best way to get from Cologne to Kehl is to train via Frankfurt am Main which takes 4h 10m and costs €40 - €130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 9m.

Where does the Cologne to Kehl bus arrive?

Cologne to Kehl bus services, operated by GrandBus, arrive at Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB station.

Where does the Cologne to Kehl train arrive?

Cologne to Kehl train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Frankfurt station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Kehl?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Kehl is 352 km. It takes approximately 3h 22m to drive from Cologne to Kehl.

How do I get a bus ticket from Cologne to Kehl?

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Where can I stay near Kehl?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Cologne to Kehl 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 via Frankfurt am Main
best
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Frankfurttrain 41 / ...
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Offenburg Bahnhoftrain 20 / ...
4h 10m
€41–125
Night train
cheapest
1. Take the night train from Koeln Hbf to Offenburgnighttrain Nj
6h 13m
€40–260
Bus
1. Take the bus from Köln to Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOBbus
2. Take the bus from Frankfurt central train station to Karlsruhe central train stationbus 108 / ...
3. Take the bus from Karlsruhe central train station to Kehl train stationbus 108 / ...
7h 9m
Drive 351.6 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Kehlcar 351.6 km
3h 22m
€49–71
Train
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Offenburg Bahnhoftrain 43N
6h 24m
€45–220

Cologne to Kehl by train

121Weekly Trains

4h 10mAverage Duration

€41Cheapest Price

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Distance: 405.3 km
Duration: 4h 10m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Kehl, Baden-Württemberg, Germany?

You can take a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Kehl Bahnhof via Frankfurt and Offenburg Bahnhof in around 4h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Köln to Kehl train station via Frankfurt central train station and Karlsruhe central train station in around 7h 9m.

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