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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Lorsch is to drive which costs €30 - €45 and takes 1h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Lorsch is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Lorsch?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Lorsch. However, there are services departing from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf and arriving at Lorsch, Bahnhof via Frankfurt and Bensheim, Bahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 37m.

How far is it from Cologne to Lorsch?

The distance between Cologne and Lorsch is 233 km. The road distance is 220.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Lorsch without a car is to train which takes 2h 37m and costs €40 - €95.

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

It takes approximately 2h 37m to get from Cologne to Lorsch, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Lorsch train from?

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

Where does the Cologne to Lorsch train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cologne to Lorsch?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Lorsch is 221 km. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Cologne to Lorsch.

Where can I stay near Lorsch?

There are 1030+ hotels available in Lorsch.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Cologne to Lorsch 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 Frankfurttrain 41 / ...
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Bensheim, Bahnhoftrain Re60 / ...
2h 37m
€42–94
Train via Cologne Hbf
cheapest
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Frankfurttrain 49 / ...
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Bensheim, Bahnhoftrain Re60 / ...
2h 53m
€30–81
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Köln to Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOBbus Ivano-Frankivsk
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Bensheim, Bahnhoftrain Re60 / ...
3h 36m
Drive 220.7 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Lorschcar 220.7 km
1h 54m
€31–45
Train via Mainz
1. Take the train from Köln Süd Bf to Mainz, Hauptbahnhoftrain Rb26
2. Take the train from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Bensheim, Bahnhoftrain S5
6h 24m
€51–70

Cologne to Lorsch by train

133Weekly Trains

2h 37mAverage Duration

€42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 233.3 km
Duration: 2h 37m

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

You can take a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Lorsch, Bahnhof via Frankfurt and Bensheim, Bahnhof in around 2h 37m.

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