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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Wetzlar is to drive which costs €20 - €30 and takes 1h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Wetzlar is to drive which takes 1h 21m and costs €20 - €30.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Wetzlar?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Wetzlar. However, there are services departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Wetzlar via Montabaur Konrad-Adenauer-Platz and Montabaur. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Wetzlar?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Wetzlar. However, there are services departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Wetzlar Bahnhof via Siegen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.

How far is it from Cologne to Wetzlar?

The distance between Cologne and Wetzlar is 159 km. The road distance is 147.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Wetzlar without a car is to train which takes 3h 10m and costs €35 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 3h 10m to get from Cologne to Wetzlar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Wetzlar bus from?

Cologne to Wetzlar bus services, operated by SARVALTEH AUTO, depart from Köln Hbf station.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Wetzlar train from?

Cologne to Wetzlar train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Köln Hbf station.

Train or bus from Cologne to Wetzlar?

The best way to get from Cologne to Wetzlar is to train which takes 3h 10m and costs €35 - €45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 33m.

Where does the Cologne to Wetzlar bus arrive?

Cologne to Wetzlar bus services, operated by SARVALTEH AUTO, arrive at Montabaur station.

Where does the Cologne to Wetzlar train arrive?

Cologne to Wetzlar train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Siegen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Wetzlar?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Wetzlar is 148 km. It takes approximately 1h 21m to drive from Cologne to Wetzlar.

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

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Where can I stay near Wetzlar?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Cologne to Wetzlar by train, 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 Köln Hbf to Siegen HbfRe9
2. Take the train from Siegen Hbf to Wetzlar Bahnhof34
3h 10m
€35–42
Drive 147.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Cologne to Wetzlar147.7 km
1h 21m
€21–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Köln Hbf to Montabaur
2. Take the bus from Montabaur to WetzlarN780
3h 33m
Train via Koblenz
1. Take the train from Köln West Bf to Koblenz HauptbahnhofRb26
2. Take the train from Koblenz Hauptbahnhof to Wetzlar BahnhofRe25
4h 1m
€34–48

Cologne to Wetzlar by train

41Weekly Trains

3h 10mAverage Duration

€35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 159.3 km
Duration: 3h 10m

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

You can take a train from Köln Hbf to Wetzlar Bahnhof via Siegen Hbf in around 3h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Köln Hbf to Wetzlar via Montabaur, Montabaur Konrad-Adenauer-Platz, and Montabaur in around 3h 33m.

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