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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Reims is to bus which costs €26 - €45 and takes 10h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Reims is to drive which takes 4h 8m and costs €50 - €75.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Reims?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Reims station. However, there are services departing from Köln Heumarkt and arriving at Reims Central Train Station via Leverkusen and Saarbrücken Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Reims?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Reims. However, there are services departing from Koeln Hbf and arriving at Reims via Paris Est. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 23m.

How far is it from Cologne to Reims?

The distance between Cologne and Reims is 670 km. The road distance is 332.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Reims without a car is to train which takes 5h 23m and costs €75 - €240.

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

It takes approximately 5h 23m to get from Cologne to Reims, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Reims bus from?

Cologne to Reims bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Leverkusen station.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Reims train from?

Cologne to Reims train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Koeln Hbf station.

Train or bus from Cologne to Reims?

The best way to get from Cologne to Reims is to train which takes 5h 23m and costs €75 - €240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €26 - €45 and takes 10h 10m.

Where does the Cologne to Reims bus arrive?

Cologne to Reims bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Saarbrücken bus station.

Where does the Cologne to Reims train arrive?

Cologne to Reims train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Paris Nord station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Reims?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Reims is 333 km. It takes approximately 4h 8m to drive from Cologne to Reims.

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

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Where can I stay near Reims?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Cologne to Reims by train (Eurostar, TGV), 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 Koeln Hbf to Paris NordThalys
2. Take the train from Paris Est to ReimsTgv
5h 23m
€77–233
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leverkusen to Saarbrücken bus stationN11
2. Take the bus from Saarbrücken Bus Station to Reims Central Train StationUnion Ivkoni - Unibus 3627 / ...
10h 10m
€26–41
Drive 332.8 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Reims332.8 km
4h 8m
€52–75
Train via Brussels
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Bruxelles Midi79
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Champagne-ArdenneTgv
5h 42m
€94–265

Cologne to Reims by train and foot

37Weekly Services

5h 23mAverage Duration

€77Cheapest Price

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Distance: 670.3 km
Duration: 5h 23m

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

You can take a train from Koeln Hbf to Reims via Paris Nord and Paris Est in around 5h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Köln Heumarkt to Reims Central Train Station via Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bf, Leverkusen, and Saarbrücken Bus Station in around 10h 10m.

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