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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Ramstein is to drive which costs €30 - €50 and takes 2h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Ramstein is to drive which takes 2h 29m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Ramstein?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Ramstein. However, there are services departing from Cologne and arriving at Ramstein, Miesenbacher Straße via Mannheim central bus station and Kaiserslautern, Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Ramstein?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Ramstein. However, there are services departing from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf and arriving at Ramstein, Bahnhof via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof and Kaiserslautern, Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 51m.

How far is it from Cologne to Ramstein?

The distance between Cologne and Ramstein is 322 km. The road distance is 229 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Ramstein without a car is to train which takes 3h 51m and costs €40 - €130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 51m to get from Cologne to Ramstein, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Ramstein bus from?

Cologne to Ramstein bus services, operated by Hak Bus, depart from Cologne station.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Ramstein train from?

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

Train or bus from Cologne to Ramstein?

The best way to get from Cologne to Ramstein is to train which takes 3h 51m and costs €40 - €130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 51m.

Where does the Cologne to Ramstein bus arrive?

Cologne to Ramstein bus services, operated by Hak Bus, arrive at Mannheim, ZOB station.

Where does the Cologne to Ramstein train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cologne to Ramstein?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Ramstein is 229 km. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Cologne to Ramstein.

Where can I stay near Ramstein?

There are 403+ hotels available in Ramstein.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Cologne to Ramstein by train, bus, 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 Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain 47 / ...
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Kaiserslautern, Hbftrain S2 / ...
3h 51m
€44–130
Drive 229 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Cologne to Ramsteincar 229 km
2h 29m
€33–47
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cologne to Mannheim, ZOBbus
2. Take the bus from Mannheim central bus station to Kaiserslautern central train stationbus N36
6h 51m
Train via Bingen am Rhein
1. Take the train from Köln Süd Bf to Bingen, Hauptbahnhoftrain Rb26
2. Take the train from Bingen, Hauptbahnhof to Kaiserslautern, Hbftrain Rb65 / ...
5h 39m
€41–59
Train via Koblenz
1. Take the train from Koeln Sued to Koblenz Hbftrain Re
2. Take the train from Koblenz Hauptbahnhof to Landstuhl, Bahnhoftrain Re1
6h
€56–87

Cologne to Ramstein by train

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3h 51mAverage Duration

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Distance: 322.5 km
Duration: 3h 51m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Ramstein, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany?

You can take a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Ramstein, Bahnhof via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof and Kaiserslautern, Hbf in around 3h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cologne to Ramstein, Miesenbacher Straße via Mannheim central bus station and Kaiserslautern, Hbf in around 6h 51m.

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