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 €21 - €35 and takes 5h 2m.

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 35m and costs €35 - €60.

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 Saarbruecken Hbf and Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

How far is it from Forbach to Cologne?

The distance between Forbach and Cologne is 379 km. The road distance is 246.3 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 4h and costs €60 - €210.

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

It takes approximately 4h to get from Forbach to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forbach to Cologne train from?

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

Train or bus from Forbach to Cologne?

The best way to get from Forbach to Cologne is to train via Mannheim which takes 4h and costs €60 - €210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €21 - €35 and takes 5h 2m.

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 246 km. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Forbach to Cologne.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1805+ hotels available in Cologne.

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 Saarbruecken Hbf to Mannheim Hbftrain Ice / ...
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbftrain 42 / ...
4h
€64–205
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Saarbrücken bus station to Bonn UN Campusbus FlixBus N11
5h 2m
€21–35
Drive 246.3 km
1. Drive from Forbach to Colognecar 246.3 km
2h 35m
€39–56
Train
1. Take the train from Saarbrücken Hbf to Trier, Hauptbahnhoftrain Re1
2. Take the train from Trier, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Süd Bftrain Re22
5h 17m
€48–82
Train #2
1. Take the train from Saarbrücken Hbf to Ingelheim, Bahnhoftrain Re3
2. Take the train from Ingelheim, Bahnhof to Köln Süd Bftrain Rb26
6h 22m
€56–77

Forbach to Cologne by train

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Distance: 378.8 km
Duration: 4h

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

You can take a train from Forbach to Köln Hbf via Saarbruecken Hbf, Mannheim Hbf, and Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof in around 4h. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Saarbrücken bus station to Bonn UN Campus twice daily. Tickets cost €15–25 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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