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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Monschau is to drive which costs €10 - €16 and takes 1h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Monschau is to drive which takes 1h 18m and costs €10 - €16.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Monschau?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Monschau. However, there are services departing from Köln Breslauer Platz/Hbf and arriving at Monschau, Altstadt via Aachen, Bahnhof Rothe Erde. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 7m.

How far is it from Cologne to Monschau?

The distance between Cologne and Monschau is 107 km. The road distance is 74.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Monschau without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 10m and costs €19 - €27.

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

It takes approximately 2h 10m to get from Cologne to Monschau, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Monschau bus from?

Cologne to Monschau bus services, operated by DB Bus, depart from Köln Breslauer Platz/Hbf station.

Where does the Cologne to Monschau bus arrive?

Cologne to Monschau bus services, operated by DB Bus, arrive at Aachen, Rothe Erde Bf station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Monschau?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Monschau is 74 km. It takes approximately 1h 18m to drive from Cologne to Monschau.

Where can I stay near Monschau?

There are 1458+ hotels available in Monschau.

Cologne to Monschau - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 815 bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Cologne to Monschau by train, bus, 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Aachen-Rothe ErdeRe
2. Take the bus from Aachen, Bahnhof Rothe Erde to Monschau, AltstadtSb66 / ...
2h 10m
€19–27
Drive 74.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Cologne to Monschau74.2 km
1h 18m
€11–16
Train, line 815 bus
1. Take the train from Köln Süd Bf to Kall BfRb24 / ...
2. Take the bus from Kall Bf to Monschau, Bienenhaus815
2h 41m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cologne to Monschau74.2 km
1h 18m
€170–210
Bus
1. Take the bus from Köln Breslauer Platz/Hbf to Aachen, Rothe Erde BfRe9x / ...
2. Take the bus from Aachen, Bahnhof Rothe Erde to Monschau, AltstadtSb66 / ...
3h 7m
€16–21

Cologne to Monschau by train and bus

212Weekly Services

2h 10mAverage Duration

€19Cheapest Price

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Distance: 107 km
Duration: 2h 10m

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

You can take a bus from Köln Breslauer Platz/Hbf to Monschau, Altstadt via Aachen, Rothe Erde Bf and Aachen, Bahnhof Rothe Erde in around 3h 7m.

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