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 €22 - €40 and takes 4h 58m.

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 34m and costs €35 - €60.

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 Bonn UN Campus via Messegelände, Saarbrücken and Saarbrücken bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 58m.

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 Messe/Deutz Bf via Saarbruecken Hbf and Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.

How far is it from Forbach to Cologne?

The distance between Forbach and Cologne is 378 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 3h 56m and costs €65 - €270.

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

It takes approximately 3h 56m 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 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 3h 56m and costs €65 - €270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €22 - €40 and takes 4h 58m.

Where does the Forbach to Cologne bus arrive?

Forbach to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bonn UN Campus 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 246 km. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Forbach to Cologne.

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

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Train via Mannheim
best
1. Take the train from Saarbruecken Hbf to Mannheim Hbftrain Ice / ...
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 47 / ...
3h 56m
€69–267
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Saarbrücken bus station to Bonn UN Campusbus FlixBus N11
4h 58m
€23–37
Drive 246.3 km
1. Drive from Forbach to Colognecar 246.3 km
2h 34m
€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
€48–83
Train #2
1. Take the train from Saarbrücken Hbf to Koblenz Hauptbahnhoftrain Re1
2. Take the train from Koblenz Hauptbahnhof to Köln West Bftrain Rb26
5h 33m
€49–76

Forbach to Cologne by train

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Distance: 377.7 km
Duration: 3h 56m

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

You can take a train from Forbach to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Saarbruecken Hbf, Mannheim Hbf, and Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof in around 3h 56m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Saarbrücken bus station to Bonn UN Campus twice daily. Tickets cost €16–28 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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