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 Koeln Hbf and arriving at Marl Mitte via Essen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 7m.

How far is it from Cologne to Marl?

The distance between Cologne and Marl is 115 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 and bus which takes 1h 43m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 43m 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 Koeln Hbf station.

Train or bus from Cologne to Marl?

The best way to get from Cologne to Marl is to bus which takes 2h 47m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs €11 - €75 and takes 2h 7m.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Cologne to Marl by train, bus, car, or train (Eurostar)

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Recklinghausen Hbftrain 35 / ...
2. Take the bus from Recklinghausen Hbf to Marl Sickingmühler Str.bus Ne3 / ...
1h 43m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Essen Hbftrain Ice / ...
2. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Marl Mittetrain S9
2h 7m
€12–71
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
Drive 97.5 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Marlcar 97.5 km
1h 10m
€15–21
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
€20–67

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Distance: 115.4 km
Duration: 1h 43m

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

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. Alternatively, you can take a train from Koeln Hbf to Marl Mitte via Essen Hbf in around 2h 7m.

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