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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Ratingen is to drive which costs €7 - €11 and takes 35 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Ratingen is to drive which takes 35 min and costs €7 - €11.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Ratingen?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Ratingen. However, there are services departing from Köln and arriving at Ratingen Breslauer Straße via Düsseldorf Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Ratingen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Ratingen Ost S. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 8m.

How far is it from Cologne to Ratingen?

The distance between Cologne and Ratingen is 53 km. The road distance is 50 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Ratingen without a car is to train via Düsseldorf Hbf which takes 48 min and costs €10 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 48 min to get from Cologne to Ratingen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Ratingen bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cologne to Ratingen train from?

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

Train or bus from Cologne to Ratingen?

The best way to get from Cologne to Ratingen is to train via Düsseldorf Hbf which takes 48 min and costs €10 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus and line 754 bus, which costs and takes 1h 15m.

Where does the Cologne to Ratingen bus arrive?

Cologne to Ratingen bus services, operated by GrandBus, arrive at Dusseldorf Central Bus Station.

Where does the Cologne to Ratingen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cologne to Ratingen?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Ratingen is 50 km. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Cologne to Ratingen.

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

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Where can I stay near Ratingen?

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Cologne to Ratingen - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 754 bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Cologne to Ratingen by train (Eurostar), bus, car, taxi, or train

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Train via Düsseldorf Hbf
best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Düsseldorf Hbftrain 10 / ...
2. Take the train from Düsseldorf Hbf to Ratingen Ost Strain S6
48 min
€10–38
Drive 50 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Cologne to Ratingencar 50 km
35 min
€7–11
Bus, line 754 bus
1. Take the bus from Köln to Dusseldorf Central Bus Stationbus Ivano-Frankivsk
2. Take the bus from Düsseldorf Hbf to Ratingen Breslauer Straßebus 754 / ...
1h 15m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cologne to Ratingentaxi 50 km
35 min
€120–150
Train
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Ratingen Ost Strain S6
1h 8m
€13–23

Cologne to Ratingen by train

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Distance: 52.7 km
Duration: 48 min

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

You can take a train from Köln Hbf to Ratingen Ost S via Düsseldorf Hbf in around 48 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Köln to Ratingen Breslauer Straße via Dusseldorf Central Bus Station and Düsseldorf Hbf in around 1h 15m.

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