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

The cheapest way to get from Rastatt to Cologne is to bus which costs €35 - €70 and takes 5h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rastatt to Cologne is to drive which takes 2h 44m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct train between Rastatt and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Rastatt to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Rastatt and arriving at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.

How far is it from Rastatt to Cologne?

The distance between Rastatt and Cologne is 320 km. The road distance is 323 km.

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

The best way to get from Rastatt to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 3h 25m and costs €35 - €120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 25m to get from Rastatt to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rastatt to Cologne train from?

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

Train or bus from Rastatt to Cologne?

The best way to get from Rastatt to Cologne is to train which takes 3h 25m and costs €35 - €120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €70 and takes 5h 52m.

Where does the Rastatt to Cologne train arrive?

Rastatt to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.

Can I drive from Rastatt to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Rastatt to Cologne is 323 km. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Rastatt to Cologne.

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

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

There are 5 ways to get from Rastatt to Cologne by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf43
3h 25m
€38–111
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Karlsruhe central train station to Cologne Airport CGN027 / ...
5h 52m
€37–68
Drive 323 km
1. Drive from Rastatt to Cologne323 km
2h 44m
€46–67
Train via Cologne Hbf
1. Take the train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbf43 / ...
3h 28m
€38–111
Train via Bonn Beuel Bf
1. Take the train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Bonn Beuel Bf43N
6h 55m
€72–90

Rastatt to Cologne by train

42Weekly Trains

3h 25mAverage Duration

€38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 319.5 km
Duration: 3h 25m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf every 4 hours. Tickets cost €30–100 and the journey takes 2h 1m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Karlsruhe central train station to Cologne Airport CGN every 4 hours. Tickets cost €25–35 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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