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

The cheapest way to get from Reims to Cologne is to bus which costs €26 - €45 and takes 9h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reims to Cologne is to drive which takes 4h 9m and costs €50 - €75.

Is there a direct bus between Reims and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Reims station to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Reims Central Train Station and arriving at Köln Heumarkt via Saarbrücken bus station and Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Reims and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Reims to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Reims and arriving at Koeln Hbf via Paris Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 17m.

How far is it from Reims to Cologne?

The distance between Reims and Cologne is 670 km. The road distance is 331.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Reims to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 5h 17m and costs €75 - €270.

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

It takes approximately 5h 17m to get from Reims to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reims to Cologne bus from?

Reims to Cologne bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, depart from Reims Central Train Station.

Where do I catch the Reims to Cologne train from?

Reims to Cologne train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Reims station.

Train or bus from Reims to Cologne?

The best way to get from Reims to Cologne is to train which takes 5h 17m and costs €75 - €270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €26 - €45 and takes 9h 40m.

Where does the Reims to Cologne bus arrive?

Reims to Cologne bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, arrive at Saarbrücken Bus Station.

Where does the Reims to Cologne train arrive?

Reims to Cologne train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Paris Est station.

Can I drive from Reims to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Reims to Cologne is 332 km. It takes approximately 4h 9m to drive from Reims to Cologne.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Reims to Cologne by train (TGV, Eurostar), bus, train, 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 Reims to Paris Esttrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Paris Nord to Koeln Hbftrain Thalys
5h 17m
€75–268
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Reims Central Train Station to Saarbrücken Bus Stationbus Union Ivkoni - Unibus 3650 / ...
2. Take the bus from Saarbrücken bus station to Leverkusenbus N11
9h 40m
€27–42
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Reims - Champagne Ardenne TGV to Liège Guilleminsbus 180
2. Take the train from Liège, Guillemins Bf to Köln Hbftrain 79
9h 14m
€28–151
Drive 331.8 km
1. Drive from Reims to Colognecar 331.8 km
4h 9m
€51–74
Train via Brussels
1. Take the train from Champagne-Ardenne to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Koeln Hbftrain Ice
6h 29m
€86–241

Reims to Cologne by train and foot

38Weekly Services

5h 17mAverage Duration

€75Cheapest Price

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Distance: 670.4 km
Duration: 5h 17m

What companies run services between Reims, France and Cologne, Germany?

You can take a train from Reims to Koeln Hbf via Paris Est and Paris Nord in around 5h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reims Central Train Station to Köln Heumarkt via Saarbrücken bus station, Leverkusen, and Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bf in around 9h 40m.

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