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

The cheapest way to get from Forbach to Cologne is to bus which costs €15 - €27 and takes 6h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Forbach to Cologne is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Forbach and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Forbach to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Bahnhof, Forbach and arriving at Köln Heumarkt via Messegelände, Saarbrücken, Saarbrücken bus station and Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Forbach and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Forbach to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Forbach and arriving at Köln Hbf via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.

How far is it from Forbach to Cologne?

The distance between Forbach and Cologne is 379 km. The road distance is 245.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Forbach to Cologne without a car is to train via Mannheim which takes 3h 20m and costs €35 - €200.

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

It takes approximately 3h 20m to get from Forbach to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forbach to Cologne bus from?

Forbach to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Saarbrücken bus station.

Where do I catch the Forbach to Cologne train from?

Forbach to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Forbach station.

Train or bus from Forbach to Cologne?

The best way to get from Forbach to Cologne is to train via Mannheim which takes 3h 20m and costs €35 - €200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €15 - €27 and takes 6h 41m.

Where does the Forbach to Cologne bus arrive?

Forbach to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leverkusen station.

Where does the Forbach to Cologne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Forbach to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Forbach to Cologne is 245 km. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Forbach to Cologne.

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

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

There are 5 ways to get from Forbach to Cologne by train (TGV), bus, car, or train

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 Mannheim
best
1. Take the train from Forbach to Mannheim Hbftrain Ice / ...
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbftrain 43 / ...
3h 20m
€38–193
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Saarbrücken bus station to Leverkusenbus N11
6h 41m
€15–27
Drive 245.4 km
1. Drive from Forbach to Colognecar 245.4 km
2h 36m
€38–55
Train
1. Take the train from Saarbrücken Hbf to Koblenz Hauptbahnhoftrain Re1
2. Take the train from Koblenz Hbf to Koeln Suedtrain Re
4h 54m
€52–96
Train #2
1. Take the train from Saarbrücken Hbf to Pfalzel, Hafenstraßetrain
2. Take the train from Pfalzel, Hafenstraße to Kall Bftrain
3. Take the train from Kall Bf to Köln Süd Bftrain
7h 8m
€46–66

Forbach to Cologne by train

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3h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 378.7 km
Duration: 3h 20m

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

You can take a train from Forbach to Köln Hbf via Mannheim Hbf and Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof in around 3h 20m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Saarbrücken bus station to Leverkusen once daily. Tickets cost €15–27 and the journey takes 3h 55m.

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