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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Marl is to drive which costs €14 - €21 and takes 1h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Marl is to drive which takes 1h 10m and costs €14 - €21.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Marl?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Marl. However, there are services departing from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis and arriving at Marl Sickingmühler Str. via Essen Hbf, Gelsenkirchen Buerer Str. and GE Buer Rathaus. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Marl?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Marl. However, there are services departing from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf and arriving at Marl Mitte via Essen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 6m.

How far is it from Cologne to Marl?

The distance between Cologne and Marl is 116 km. The road distance is 97.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Marl without a car is to train which takes 2h 6m and costs €19 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 6m to get from Cologne to Marl, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Marl bus from?

Cologne to Marl bus services, operated by OrionBus, depart from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis station.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Marl train from?

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

Train or bus from Cologne to Marl?

The best way to get from Cologne to Marl is to train which takes 2h 6m and costs €19 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h 47m.

Where does the Cologne to Marl bus arrive?

Cologne to Marl bus services, operated by OrionBus, arrive at Südviertel, Essen station.

Where does the Cologne to Marl train arrive?

Cologne to Marl train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Essen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Marl?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Marl is 97 km. It takes approximately 1h 10m to drive from Cologne to Marl.

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

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Where can I stay near Marl?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Essen Hbftrain 41 / ...
2. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Marl Mittetrain S9
2h 6m
€19–33
Drive 97.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Cologne to Marlcar 97.5 km
1h 10m
€15–21
Bus
1. Take the bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Südviertel, Essenbus Mykolayiv
2. Take the bus from Essen Hbf to Gelsenkirchen Buerer Str.bus U11
2h 47m
Train via Wuppertal
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Wuppertal Hbftrain 19 / ...
2. Take the train from Wuppertal Hbf to Marl Mittetrain S9
2h 36m
€17–25
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Herne-Wanne-Eickel Hbftrain Re
2. Take the bus from Herne Wanne-Eickel Hbf to Marl Sickingmühler Str.bus Sb27
2h 42m

Cologne to Marl by train

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Distance: 116 km
Duration: 2h 6m

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

You can take a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Marl Mitte via Essen Hbf in around 2h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Marl Sickingmühler Str. via Südviertel, Essen, Essen Hbf, Gelsenkirchen Buerer Str., and GE Buer Rathaus in around 2h 47m.

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