What is the cheapest way to get from Cologne to Middle Rhine?

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Middle Rhine is to rideshare which costs €4 - €8 and takes 1h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cologne to Middle Rhine?

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Middle Rhine is to train which takes 1h 1m and costs €15 - €23.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Middle Rhine?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Middle Rhine. However, there are services departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Koblenz Ehrenbreitstein Bf via Montabaur Konrad-Adenauer-Platz. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Middle Rhine?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Koeln Sued and arriving at Koblenz Stadtmitte. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 1m.

How far is it from Cologne to Middle Rhine?

The distance between Cologne and Middle Rhine is 87 km. The road distance is 87.8 km.

How do I travel from Cologne to Middle Rhine without a car?

The best way to get from Cologne to Middle Rhine without a car is to train which takes 1h 1m and costs €15 - €23.

How long does it take to get from Cologne to Middle Rhine?

The train from Koeln Sued to Koblenz Stadtmitte takes 1h 1m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Middle Rhine bus from?

Cologne to Middle Rhine bus services, operated by SARVALTEH AUTO, depart from Köln Hbf station.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Middle Rhine train from?

Cologne to Middle Rhine train services, operated by National Express, depart from Koeln Sued station.

Train or bus from Cologne to Middle Rhine?

The best way to get from Cologne to Middle Rhine is to train which takes 1h 1m and costs €15 - €23. Alternatively, you can bus and line 460 bus, which costs and takes 2h 34m.

Where does the Cologne to Middle Rhine bus arrive?

Cologne to Middle Rhine bus services, operated by SARVALTEH AUTO, arrive at Montabaur station.

Where does the Cologne to Middle Rhine train arrive?

Cologne to Middle Rhine train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Koblenz Stadtmitte station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Middle Rhine?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Middle Rhine is 88 km. It takes approximately 1h 20m to drive from Cologne to Middle Rhine.

How do I get a train ticket from Cologne to Middle Rhine?

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Where can I stay near Middle Rhine?

There are 1900+ hotels available in Middle Rhine.

Can I share a ride from Cologne to Middle Rhine?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Cologne and Middle Rhine. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Cologne to Middle Rhine - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 460 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Cologne to Middle Rhine by train, bus, rideshare, 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 Koeln Sued to Koblenz Stadtmittetrain Re
1h 1m
€15–23
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Cologne to Koblenzrideshare 88.8 km
1h 29m
€4–8
Bus, line 460 bus
1. Take the bus from Köln Hbf to Montabaurbus
2. Take the bus from Montabaur Konrad-Adenauer-Platz to Koblenz Ehrenbreitstein Bfbus 460 / ...
2h 34m
Drive 87.8 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Middle Rhinecar 87.8 km
1h 20m
€13–18

Cologne to Middle Rhine by train

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Distance: 86.8 km
Duration: 1h 1m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Middle Rhine, Germany?

National Express operates a train from Koeln Sued to Koblenz Stadtmitte hourly. Tickets cost €16–23 and the journey takes 1h 1m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Köln Hbf to Koblenz Ehrenbreitstein Bf via Montabaur and Montabaur Konrad-Adenauer-Platz in around 2h 34m.

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