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

The cheapest way to get from Idstein to Cologne is to drive which costs €20 - €30 and takes 1h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Idstein to Cologne is to drive which takes 1h 23m and costs €20 - €30.

Is there a direct bus between Idstein and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Idstein to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Idstein-Oberauroff Am Rügert and arriving at Köln Hbf via Limburg and Limburg an der Lahn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Idstein and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Idstein to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Idstein Bahnhof and arriving at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Frankfurt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 23m.

How far is it from Idstein to Cologne?

The distance between Idstein and Cologne is 218 km. The road distance is 144.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Idstein to Cologne without a car is to train via Frankfurt am Main which takes 2h 23m and costs €35 - €160.

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

It takes approximately 2h 23m to get from Idstein to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Idstein to Cologne bus from?

Idstein to Cologne bus services, operated by WEFRA-Bus GbR, depart from Idstein-Oberauroff Am Rügert station.

Where do I catch the Idstein to Cologne train from?

Idstein to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Idstein Bahnhof station.

Train or bus from Idstein to Cologne?

The best way to get from Idstein to Cologne is to train via Frankfurt am Main which takes 2h 23m and costs €35 - €160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 41m.

Where does the Idstein to Cologne bus arrive?

Idstein to Cologne bus services, operated by WEFRA-Bus GbR, arrive at Limburg station.

Where does the Idstein to Cologne train arrive?

Idstein to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Frankfurt station.

Can I drive from Idstein to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Idstein to Cologne is 144 km. It takes approximately 1h 23m to drive from Idstein to Cologne.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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Train via Frankfurt am Main
best
1. Take the train from Idstein Bahnhof to Frankfurttrain Rb22 / ...
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 41 / ...
2h 23m
€39–155
Drive 144.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Idstein to Colognecar 144.2 km
1h 23m
€21–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Idstein-Oberauroff Am Rügert to Limburgbus X72
2. Take the bus from Limburg an der Lahn to Köln Hbfbus
3h 41m
Train
1. Take the train from Idstein Bahnhof to Limburgtrain Rb22 / ...
2. Take the train from Limburg to Köln Hbftrain 49 / ...
2h 48m
€26–96
Train via Neuwied
1. Take the train from Limburg to Weißenthurm Bahnhoftrain Rb23
2. Take the train from Weißenthurm Bahnhof to Köln Süd Bftrain Rb26
4h 41m
€36–63

Idstein to Cologne by train

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Distance: 217.7 km
Duration: 2h 23m

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

You can take a train from Idstein Bahnhof to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Frankfurt in around 2h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Idstein-Oberauroff Am Rügert to Köln Hbf via Limburg, Limburg, and Limburg an der Lahn in around 3h 41m.

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