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 - €55 and takes 6h 24m.

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 48m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Rastatt and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Rastatt station to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Karlsruhe central train station and arriving at Köln via Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 24m.

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 and Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 56m.

How far is it from Rastatt to Cologne?

The distance between Rastatt and Cologne is 321 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 via Mannheim which takes 2h 56m and costs €50 - €200.

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

It takes approximately 2h 56m to get from Rastatt to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rastatt to Cologne bus from?

Rastatt to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Karlsruhe central train station.

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 via Mannheim which takes 2h 56m and costs €50 - €200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €55 and takes 6h 24m.

Where does the Rastatt to Cologne bus arrive?

Rastatt to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Frankfurt central train station.

Where does the Rastatt to Cologne train arrive?

Rastatt to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Rastatt to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Rastatt to Cologne is 323 km. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Rastatt to Cologne.

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

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Rastatt to Cologne - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Rastatt to Cologne by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Mannheim
best
1. Take the train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain 20 / ...
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 47 / ...
2h 56m
€54–197
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Karlsruhe central train station to Frankfurt central train stationbus FlixBus 108 / ...
2. Take the bus from Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB to Kölnbus Ivano-Frankivsk
6h 24m
€39–55
Drive 323 km
1. Drive from Rastatt to Colognecar 323 km
2h 48m
€47–68
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Hauptbahnhoftrain
2. Fly from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane STR - CGN
6h 8m
€133–372
Train
1. Take the train from Baden-Baden to Köln Hbftrain 43 / ...
3h 31m
€57–203
Train via Mainz
1. Take the train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Mainz, Hauptbahnhoftrain S6
2. Take the train from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Köln West Bftrain Rb26
7h 5m
€56–131

Rastatt to Cologne by train

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Distance: 320.9 km
Duration: 2h 56m

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

You can take a train from Rastatt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof and Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof in around 2h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Rastatt to Köln via Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof, Karlsruhe central train station, and Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB in around 6h 24m.

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