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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Nancy is to drive which costs €45 - €70 and takes 3h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Nancy is to drive which takes 3h 25m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Nancy?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Nancy. However, there are services departing from Köln and arriving at Nancy via Frankfurt central train station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Nancy?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Nancy. However, there are services departing from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf and arriving at Nancy via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof and Strasbourg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 54m.

How far is it from Cologne to Nancy?

The distance between Cologne and Nancy is 530 km. The road distance is 304.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Nancy without a car is to train which takes 5h 54m and costs €90 - €220.

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

It takes approximately 5h 54m to get from Cologne to Nancy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Nancy bus from?

Cologne to Nancy bus services, operated by GrandBus, depart from Köln station.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Nancy train from?

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

Train or bus from Cologne to Nancy?

The best way to get from Cologne to Nancy is to train which takes 5h 54m and costs €90 - €220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 48m.

Where does the Cologne to Nancy bus arrive?

Cologne to Nancy bus services, operated by GrandBus, arrive at Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB station.

Where does the Cologne to Nancy train arrive?

Cologne to Nancy train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Nancy?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Nancy is 305 km. It takes approximately 3h 25m to drive from Cologne to Nancy.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cologne to Nancy?

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Where can I stay near Nancy?

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

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

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 Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain 47 / ...
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Strasbourg Bahnhoftrain 82 / ...
3. Take the train from Strasbourg to Nancytrain Ter
5h 54m
€93–220
Train, bus via Frankfurt am Main
cheapest
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Frankfurt(Main)Hbftrain Ice
2. Take the bus from Frankfurt - Main Bus Station to Nancy - Quai Sainte-Catherinebus BlaBlaCar Bus
8h 20m
€47–129
Bus
1. Take the bus from Köln to Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOBbus Ivano-Frankivsk
2. Take the bus from Frankfurt central train station to Nancybus N235
7h 48m
Drive 304.6 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Nancycar 304.6 km
3h 25m
€48–69
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Köln Süd Bf to Trier, Hauptbahnhoftrain
2. Take the bus from Trier central train station to Thionvillebus
3. Take the train from Thionville to Nancytrain Ter
8h 16m
€53–91

Cologne to Nancy by train

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5h 54mAverage Duration

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Distance: 529.7 km
Duration: 5h 54m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Nancy, France?

You can take a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Nancy via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof, Strasbourg Bahnhof, and Strasbourg in around 5h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Köln to Nancy via Frankfurt central train station in around 7h 48m.

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