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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Rastede is to drive which costs €40 - €65 and takes 2h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Rastede is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Rastede?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Rastede. However, there are services departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Rastede via Osnabrück Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 33m.

How far is it from Cologne to Rastede?

The distance between Cologne and Rastede is 325 km. The road distance is 310.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Rastede without a car is to train which takes 4h 33m and costs €35 - €80.

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

It takes approximately 4h 33m to get from Cologne to Rastede, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Rastede bus from?

Cologne to Rastede bus services, operated by OrionBus, depart from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis station.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Rastede train from?

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

Train or bus from Cologne to Rastede?

The best way to get from Cologne to Rastede is to train which takes 4h 33m and costs €35 - €80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 20m.

Where does the Cologne to Rastede bus arrive?

Cologne to Rastede bus services, operated by OrionBus, arrive at Osnabrück Hannoversche Straße station.

Where does the Cologne to Rastede train arrive?

Cologne to Rastede train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Osnabrück Hbf station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Rastede?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Rastede is 311 km. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Cologne to Rastede.

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

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Where can I stay near Rastede?

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Cologne to Rastede - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Rastede?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Rastede. However, there are services departing from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis and arriving at Rastede Abzw. Bahnhofstraße via Osnabrück Hannoversche Straße, Osnabrück Hauptbahnhof/ZOB and Oldenburg(Oldb) ZOB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 20m.

There are 4 ways to get from Cologne to Rastede by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Osnabrück Hbftrain 43 / ...
2. Take the train from Osnabrück Hbf to Rastedetrain Re18 / ...
4h 33m
€38–79
Bus
1. Take the bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Osnabrück Hannoversche Straßebus Mykolayiv
2. Take the bus from Osnabrück Hauptbahnhof/ZOB to Oldenburg(Oldb) ZOBbus Re18
7h 20m
Drive 310.9 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Rastedecar 310.9 km
2h 36m
€44–64
Train via Essen
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Muelheim(Ruhr)Hbftrain Re
2. Take the train from Mülheim Hauptbahnhof to Osnabrück Hbftrain Re2
3. Take the train from Osnabrück Hbf to Rastedetrain
6h 13m
€53–79

Cologne to Rastede by train

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4h 33mAverage Duration

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Distance: 325.3 km
Duration: 4h 33m

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

You can take a train from Köln Hbf to Rastede via Osnabrück Hbf in around 4h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Rastede Abzw. Bahnhofstraße via Osnabrück Hannoversche Straße, Osnabrück Hauptbahnhof/ZOB, and Oldenburg(Oldb) ZOB in around 7h 20m.

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