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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Kusel is to drive which costs €30 - €45 and takes 2h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Kusel is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Kusel?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Kusel. However, there are services departing from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf and arriving at Kusel, Bahnhof via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof and Kaiserslautern, Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.

How far is it from Cologne to Kusel?

The distance between Cologne and Kusel is 346 km. The road distance is 213.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Kusel without a car is to train which takes 4h 29m and costs €45 - €140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 29m to get from Cologne to Kusel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Kusel train from?

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

Train or bus from Cologne to Kusel?

The best way to get from Cologne to Kusel is to train which takes 4h 29m and costs €45 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €65 and takes 7h 58m.

Where does the Cologne to Kusel train arrive?

Cologne to Kusel train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Kusel?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Kusel is 213 km. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Cologne to Kusel.

Where can I stay near Kusel?

There are 446+ hotels available in Kusel.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Cologne to Kusel by train, bus, 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
best
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain 47 / ...
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Kaiserslautern, Hbftrain S2 / ...
3. Take the train from Kaiserslautern, Hbf to Kusel, Bahnhoftrain
4h 29m
€47–134
Drive 213.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Cologne to Kuselcar 213.4 km
2h 24m
€31–44
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cologne Airport CGN to Frankfurt central train stationbus 068 / ...
2. Take the bus from Frankfurt central train station to Homburgbus 220 / ...
7h 58m
€35–61
Train via Bingen am Rhein
1. Take the train from Köln Süd Bf to Bingen, Hauptbahnhoftrain
2. Take the train from Bingen, Hauptbahnhof to Kaiserslautern, Hbftrain
3. Take the train from Kaiserslautern, Hbf to Kusel, Bahnhoftrain
6h 15m
€51–74
Train via Koblenz
1. Take the train from Koeln Sued to Koblenz Hbftrain Re
2. Take the train from Koblenz Hauptbahnhof to Landstuhl, Bahnhoftrain Re1
6h 38m
€59–91

Cologne to Kusel by train

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4h 29mAverage Duration

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Distance: 346.2 km
Duration: 4h 29m

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

You can take a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Kusel, Bahnhof via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof and Kaiserslautern, Hbf in around 4h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Kusel, Dr. Kafka via Flughafen Köln/Bonn Bf, Cologne Airport CGN, Frankfurt central train station, and Hauptbahnhof, Homburg in around 7h 58m.

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