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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Rothenberg is to drive which costs €35 - €55 and takes 2h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Rothenberg is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Rothenberg?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Rothenberg. However, there are services departing from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf and arriving at Hirschhorn, Bahnhof via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 43m.

How far is it from Cologne to Rothenberg?

The distance between Cologne and Rothenberg is 292 km. The road distance is 261.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Rothenberg without a car is to train which takes 3h 43m and costs €50 - €210.

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

It takes approximately 3h 43m to get from Cologne to Rothenberg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Rothenberg bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cologne to Rothenberg train from?

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

Train or bus from Cologne to Rothenberg?

The best way to get from Cologne to Rothenberg is to train which takes 3h 43m and costs €50 - €210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 57m.

Where does the Cologne to Rothenberg bus arrive?

Cologne to Rothenberg bus services, operated by GrandBus, arrive at Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB station.

Where does the Cologne to Rothenberg train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cologne to Rothenberg?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Rothenberg is 261 km. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Cologne to Rothenberg.

Where can I stay near Rothenberg?

There are 1270+ hotels available in Rothenberg.

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

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

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Rothenberg. However, there are services departing from Köln and arriving at Oberzent-Rothenberg Sparkasse via Frankfurt central train station, Heidelberg, Betriebshof and Hirschhorn, Bahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 57m.

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There are 5 ways to get from Cologne to Rothenberg by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain 47 / ...
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Hirschhorn, Bahnhoftrain S1 / ...
3h 43m
€53–204
Drive 261.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Cologne to Rothenbergcar 261.2 km
2h 42m
€37–54
Bus
1. Take the bus from Köln to Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOBbus Ivano-Frankivsk
2. Take the bus from Frankfurt central train station to Heidelberg Pre Waypointbus FlixBus 108 / ...
6h 57m
Train via Köln Hbf
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain 43 / ...
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Hirschhorn, Bahnhoftrain S1 / ...
3h 52m
€37–205
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Frankfurt(Main)Hbftrain Ice
2. Take the train from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Michelstadttrain Rb / ...
3. Take the bus from Oberzent-Beerfelden Post to Oberzent-Rothenberg Sparkassebus 54
5h 46m

Cologne to Rothenberg by train and bus

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3h 43mAverage Duration

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Distance: 291.7 km
Duration: 3h 43m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Rothenberg, Hesse, Germany?

You can take a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Oberzent-Rothenberg Sparkasse via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof, Hirschhorn, Bahnhof, and Hirschhorn, Bahnhof in around 3h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Köln to Oberzent-Rothenberg Sparkasse via Frankfurt central train station, Heidelberg Pre Waypoint, Heidelberg, Betriebshof, Neckargemünd, Stadttor, Neckargemünd, Altstadt, Hirschhorn, Bahnhof, and Hirschhorn, Bahnhof in around 6h 57m.

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