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

The cheapest way to get from Contern to Cologne is to bus which costs €16 - €28 and takes 5h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Contern to Cologne is to drive which takes 2h 11m and costs €27 - €45.

Is there a direct train between Contern and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Contern to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Sandweiler-Contern, Gare and arriving at Koeln Hbf via Trier, Hauptbahnhof and Koblenz Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.

How far is it from Contern to Cologne?

The distance between Contern and Cologne is 245 km. The road distance is 193.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Contern to Cologne without a car is to train via Koblenz which takes 3h 28m and costs €35 - €100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 28m to get from Contern to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Contern to Cologne train from?

Contern to Cologne train services, operated by Luxembourg Railways (CFL), depart from Sandweiler-Contern, Gare station.

Train or bus from Contern to Cologne?

The best way to get from Contern to Cologne is to train via Koblenz which takes 3h 28m and costs €35 - €100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €16 - €28 and takes 5h 27m.

Where does the Contern to Cologne train arrive?

Contern to Cologne train services, operated by Luxembourg Railways (CFL), arrive at Trier, Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Contern to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Contern to Cologne is 194 km. It takes approximately 2h 11m to drive from Contern to Cologne.

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

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

There are 5 ways to get from Contern to Cologne 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 via Koblenz
best
1. Take the train from Sandweiler-Contern, Gare to Trier, Hauptbahnhoftrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Trier, Hauptbahnhof to Koblenz Hauptbahnhoftrain Re1
3. Take the train from Koblenz Hbf to Koeln Hbftrain Ice / ...
3h 28m
€39–100
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kirchberg, Gare routière Luxexpo to Trier, Hauptbahnhofbus 303
2. Take the bus from Trier central train station to Bonn UN Campusbus N1327
5h 27m
€16–28
Drive 193.6 km
1. Drive from Contern to Colognecar 193.6 km
2h 11m
€28–41
Train
1. Take the train from Sandweiler-Contern, Gare to Trier, Hauptbahnhoftrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Trier, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Süd Bftrain Re22
4h 21m
€37–60
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Contern, Weiergewan to Trier, Hauptbahnhofbus L31
2. Take the train from Trier, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Süd Bftrain Re22
4h 50m

Contern to Cologne by train

136Weekly Trains

3h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 244.5 km
Duration: 3h 28m

What companies run services between Contern, Luxembourg and Cologne, Germany?

You can take a train from Sandweiler-Contern, Gare to Koeln Hbf via Trier, Hauptbahnhof and Koblenz Hbf in around 3h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Contern, Kiircheplaz to Koeln Sued via Kirchberg, Gare routière Luxexpo, Trier, Hauptbahnhof, Trier central train station, Bonn UN Campus, and Bonn Un Campus in around 5h 27m.

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