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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Messeplatz is to train via Mannheim which costs SFr 30 - SFr 250 and takes 4h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Messeplatz is to train and fly which takes 3h 19m and costs SFr 140 - SFr 330.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Messeplatz?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Basel Bad Bf. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 42m.

How far is it from Cologne to Messeplatz?

The distance between Cologne and Messeplatz is 490 km. The road distance is 488.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Messeplatz without a car is to train which takes 3h 51m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 240.

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

The train from Cologne Hbf to Basel Bad Bf takes 3h 42m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Messeplatz train from?

Cologne to Messeplatz train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Hbf station.

Train or fly from Cologne to Messeplatz?

The best way to get from Cologne to Messeplatz is to train which takes 3h 51m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 240. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs SFr 85 - SFr 240 and takes 5h 38m.

Where does the Cologne to Messeplatz train arrive?

Cologne to Messeplatz train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Basel Bad Bf station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Messeplatz?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Messeplatz is 488 km. It takes approximately 4h 4m to drive from Cologne to Messeplatz.

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

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Where can I stay near Messeplatz?

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Cologne to Messeplatz - 9 ways to travel via train, night train, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Cologne to Messeplatz by train, night train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Basel Bad Bf43 / ...
3h 51m
CHF 45–240
Train via Mannheim
cheapest
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof43 / ...
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Basel Bad Bf20 / ...
4h 4m
CHF 31–246
Night train
1. Take the night train from Koeln Hbf to Basel Bad BfNj
6h 26m
CHF 40–250
Drive 488.3 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Messeplatz488.3 km
4h 4m
CHF 79–115
Train to Frankfurt, fly to Basel
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Frankfurt
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Basel (BSL)FRA - BSL
3h 19m
CHF 140–329
Fly Cologne Bonn Airport to Basel
1. Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Basel (BSL)CGN - BSL
5h 38m
CHF 89–237
Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly to Basel
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Duesseldorf Flughafen
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Basel (BSL)DUS - BSL
6h 7m
CHF 104–293
Fly Cologne Bonn Airport to Zurich Airport, train
1. Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)CGN - ZRH
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Basel SBB
5h 4m
CHF 94–240
Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly to Zurich Airport, train
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Duesseldorf Flughafen
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)DUS - ZRH
3. Take the train from Zürich HB to Basel SBB
5h 43m
CHF 94–286

Cologne to Messeplatz by train and foot

71Weekly Services

3h 51mAverage Duration

CHF 45Cheapest Price

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Distance: 489.6 km
Duration: 3h 51m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Messeplatz, Switzerland?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Köln Hbf to Basel Bad Bf every 4 hours. Tickets cost CHF 45–130 and the journey takes 3h 42m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Lufthansa, Eurowings, and three other airlines fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Basel (BSL) twice daily.

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