What is the cheapest way to get from Linz am Rhein to Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Linz am Rhein to Cologne is to drive which costs €8 - €12 and takes 46 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Linz am Rhein to Cologne?

The fastest way to get from Linz am Rhein to Cologne is to drive which takes 46 min and costs €8 - €12.

Is there a direct bus between Linz am Rhein and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Linz am Rhein to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Linz and arriving at Köln Bf Deutz/Messe LANXESS arena via Troisdorf Bf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.

Is there a direct ferry between Linz am Rhein and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Linz(Rhein) Kd and arriving at Koeln Kd. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 10m.

How far is it from Linz am Rhein to Cologne?

The distance between Linz am Rhein and Cologne is 58 km. The road distance is 55.4 km.

How do I travel from Linz am Rhein to Cologne without a car?

The best way to get from Linz am Rhein to Cologne without a car is to line 851 bus and train which takes 1h 11m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Linz am Rhein to Cologne?

It takes approximately 1h 11m to get from Linz am Rhein to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Linz am Rhein to Cologne bus from?

Linz am Rhein to Cologne bus services, operated by DB SEV GmbH, depart from Linz station.

Where does the Linz am Rhein to Cologne bus arrive?

Linz am Rhein to Cologne bus services, operated by DB SEV GmbH, arrive at Troisdorf Bf station.

Can I drive from Linz am Rhein to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Linz am Rhein to Cologne is 55 km. It takes approximately 46 min to drive from Linz am Rhein to Cologne.

Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1833+ hotels available in Cologne.

Linz am Rhein to Cologne - 6 ways to travel via train, line 851 bus, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Linz am Rhein to Cologne by bus, train, ferry, car, or taxi

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Line 851 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Remagen Kripp Rheinfähre to Remagen Bahnhofbus 851 / ...
2. Take the train from Remagen to Koeln Suedtrain Re
1h 11m
Drive 55.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Linz am Rhein to Colognecar 55.4 km
46 min
€9–12
Bus
1. Take the bus from Linz to Troisdorf Bfbus Re8x / ...
2. Take the bus from Troisdorf Bf to Köln Bf Deutz/Messe LANXESS arenabus S19 / ...
2h 57m
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Linz(Rhein) Kd to Koeln Kdferry 202 / ...
3h 10m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Linz am Rhein to Colognetaxi 55.4 km
46 min
€160–200
Line 851 bus, train via Cologne Hbf
1. Take the bus from Remagen Kripp Rheinfähre to Remagen Bahnhofbus 851 / ...
2. Take the train from Remagen Bahnhof to Köln Hbftrain Rb26
1h 47m

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Distance: 57.7 km
Duration: 1h 11m

What companies run services between Linz am Rhein, Germany and Cologne, Germany?

You can take a bus from Linz to Köln Bf Deutz/Messe LANXESS arena via Troisdorf Bf in around 2h 57m. Alternatively, Köln-Düsseldorfer Deutsche Rheinschiffahrt GmbH (KD) operates a ferry from Linz(Rhein) Kd to Koeln Kd 3 times a day, and the journey takes 3h 10m.

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