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

The cheapest way to get from Ratingen to Cologne is to rideshare which costs €4 and takes 53 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Ratingen to Cologne is to drive which takes 33 min and costs €7 - €11.

Is there a direct train between Ratingen and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ratingen Ost S and arriving at Köln Hbf. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 9m.

How far is it from Ratingen to Cologne?

The distance between Ratingen and Cologne is 53 km. The road distance is 49.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Ratingen to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 1h 9m and costs €11 - €17.

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

The train from Ratingen Ost S to Cologne Hbf takes 1h 9m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Ratingen to Cologne train from?

Ratingen to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Ratingen Ost S station.

Where does the Ratingen to Cologne train arrive?

Ratingen to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Köln Hbf station.

Can I drive from Ratingen to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Ratingen to Cologne is 49 km. It takes approximately 33 min to drive from Ratingen to Cologne.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1765+ hotels available in Cologne.

Can I share a ride from Ratingen to Cologne?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Ratingen and Cologne. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Ratingen to Cologne - 5 ways to travel via train, line 754 bus, and rideshare

There are 5 ways to get from Ratingen to Cologne by train, bus, rideshare, car, or taxi

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 Ratingen Ost S to Köln Hbftrain S6
1h 9m
€11–17
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Ratingen to Colognerideshare 49.1 km
53 min
€4
Line 754 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ratingen Breslauer Straße to Düsseldorf Hbfbus 754 / ...
2. Take the train from Düsseldorf Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 41 / ...
1h 18m
€13–25
Drive 49.5 km
1. Drive from Ratingen to Colognecar 49.5 km
33 min
€7–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ratingen to Colognetaxi 49.5 km
33 min
€110–140

Ratingen to Cologne by train

362Weekly Trains

1h 9mAverage Duration

€11Cheapest Price

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Distance: 53.2 km
Duration: 1h 9m

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

Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) operates a train from Ratingen Ost S to Köln Hbf every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €11–17 and the journey takes 1h 9m.

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