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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Mülheim is to drive which costs €8 - €13 and takes 46 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Mülheim is to train via Duisburg Hbf which takes 43 min and costs €14 - €55.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Mülheim?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Koeln Hbf and arriving at Muelheim(Ruhr)Hbf. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 54 min.

How far is it from Cologne to Mülheim?

The distance between Cologne and Mülheim is 73 km. The road distance is 62.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Mülheim without a car is to train via Duisburg Hbf which takes 43 min and costs €14 - €55.

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

It takes approximately 43 min to get from Cologne to Mülheim, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Mülheim train from?

Cologne to Mülheim train services, operated by National Express, depart from Koeln Hbf station.

Where does the Cologne to Mülheim train arrive?

Cologne to Mülheim train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Muelheim(Ruhr)Hbf station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Mülheim?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Mülheim is 63 km. It takes approximately 46 min to drive from Cologne to Mülheim.

How do I get a train ticket from Cologne to Mülheim?

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Where can I stay near Mülheim?

There are 2720+ hotels available in Mülheim.

Cologne to Mülheim - 5 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Cologne to Mülheim by train, car, or taxi

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 Duisburg Hbf
best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Duisburg Hbf43 / ...
43 min
€14–54
Drive 62.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Cologne to Mülheim62.9 km
46 min
€9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cologne to Mülheim62.9 km
46 min
€150–190
Train
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Muelheim(Ruhr)HbfRe
54 min
€14–25
Train via D-Wehrhahn S
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to D-Wehrhahn SS11 / ...
2. Take the train from D-Wehrhahn S to Mülheim HauptbahnhofS1
2h 5m
€20–29

Cologne to Mülheim by train

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43 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 72.7 km
Duration: 43 min

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Köln Hbf to Duisburg Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €10–24 and the journey takes 34 min. Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) also services this route every 4 hours.

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