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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Kehl is to bus which costs €27 - €60 and takes 6h 53m.

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 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 12m.

How far is it from Cologne to Kehl?

The distance between Cologne and Kehl is 395 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 and bus which takes 3h 56m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from Cologne to Kehl, including transfers.

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 bus which takes 6h 53m and costs €27 - €60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €35 - €110 and takes 4h 12m.

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.

Where can I stay near Kehl?

There are 2070+ hotels available in Kehl.

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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Offenburg Bahnhoftrain 43 / ...
2. Take the bus from Offenburg ZOB to Kehl Rathausbus 7146 / ...
3h 56m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cologne Airport CGN to Kehl train stationbus 011
6h 53m
€27–60
Night train
1. Take the night train from Koeln Hbf to Offenburgnighttrain Nj
6h 12m
€40–260
Drive 351.6 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Kehlcar 351.6 km
3h 22m
€49–71
Train
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Frankfurttrain 41 / ...
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Offenburg Bahnhoftrain 20 / ...
4h 12m
€35–110

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 394.9 km
Duration: 3h 56m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Cologne Airport CGN to Kehl train station 5 times a week. Tickets cost €23–50 and the journey takes 5h 45m. Alternatively, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a vehicle from Koeln Hbf to Offenburg 5 times a week. Tickets cost €55–190 and the journey takes 4h 57m. Nightjet also services this route 4 times a week.

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