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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Rust is to bus which costs €26 - €70 and takes 7h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Rust is to drive which takes 3h 20m and costs €55 - €85.

How far is it from Cologne to Rust?

The distance between Cologne and Rust is 406 km. The road distance is 401.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Rust without a car is to train which takes 3h 55m and costs €55 - €240.

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

It takes approximately 3h 55m to get from Cologne to Rust, including transfers.

Train or bus from Cologne to Rust?

The best way to get from Cologne to Rust is to train which takes 3h 55m and costs €55 - €240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €26 - €70 and takes 7h 23m.

Can I drive from Cologne to Rust?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Rust is 401 km. It takes approximately 3h 20m to drive from Cologne to Rust.

Where can I stay near Rust?

There are 1560+ hotels available in Rust.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Cologne to Rust 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 Offenburg Bahnhoftrain 43 / ...
3h 55m
€55–232
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cologne Airport CGN to Rustbus 007
7h 23m
€26–70
Night train
1. Take the night train from Koeln Hbf to Offenburgnighttrain Nj
6h 39m
€49–272
Drive 401.4 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Rustcar 401.4 km
3h 20m
€57–82
Train via Mannheim
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain 47 / ...
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Ringsheim/Europa-Parktrain 85
4h 6m
€53–150

Cologne to Rust by train and bus

28Weekly Services

3h 55mAverage Duration

€55Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Launch map view

Distance: 406.2 km
Duration: 3h 55m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Köln Hbf to Offenburg Bahnhof twice daily. Tickets cost €45–110 and the journey takes 2h 41m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Cologne Airport CGN to Rust 5 times a week. Tickets cost €22–60 and the journey takes 6h 15m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around Germany

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.