What is the cheapest way to get from Cologne to Rastatt Fortress?

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Rastatt Fortress is to drive which costs €45 - €70 and takes 2h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cologne to Rastatt Fortress?

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Rastatt Fortress is to drive which takes 2h 44m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Rastatt Fortress?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Rastatt Fortress. However, there are services departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Rastatt via Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 47m.

How far is it from Cologne to Rastatt Fortress?

The distance between Cologne and Rastatt Fortress is 322 km. The road distance is 322.6 km.

How do I travel from Cologne to Rastatt Fortress without a car?

The best way to get from Cologne to Rastatt Fortress without a car is to train which takes 2h 47m and costs €35 - €170.

How long does it take to get from Cologne to Rastatt Fortress?

It takes approximately 2h 47m to get from Cologne to Rastatt Fortress, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Rastatt Fortress train from?

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

Train or bus from Cologne to Rastatt Fortress?

The best way to get from Cologne to Rastatt Fortress is to train which takes 2h 47m and costs €35 - €170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 57m.

Where does the Cologne to Rastatt Fortress train arrive?

Cologne to Rastatt Fortress train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Rastatt Fortress?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Rastatt Fortress is 323 km. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Cologne to Rastatt Fortress.

How do I get a train ticket from Cologne to Rastatt Fortress?

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Cologne to Rastatt Fortress - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and night train

There are 4 ways to get from Cologne to Rastatt Fortress by train, bus, night train, 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 Hbf to Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof43 / ...
2h 47m
€38–168
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cologne to Mannheim, ZOB
2. Take the bus from Mannheim central bus station to Karlsruhe central train station108 / ...
5h 57m
Night train
1. Take the night train from Koeln Hbf to Karlsruhe HbfNj
5h 1m
€45–272
Drive 322.6 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Rastatt Fortress322.6 km
2h 44m
€46–66

Cologne to Rastatt Fortress by train and foot

71Weekly Services

2h 47mAverage Duration

€38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 322.4 km
Duration: 2h 47m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Rastatt Fortress, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Köln Hbf to Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof every 4 hours. Tickets cost €30–95 and the journey takes 2h 5m. Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cologne to Rastatt Fortress via Mannheim central bus station, Karlsruhe central train station, Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof, and Rastatt in around 5h 57m.

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