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

The cheapest way to get from Remscheid to Cologne is to rideshare which costs €3 and takes 52 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Remscheid to Cologne is to drive which takes 33 min and costs €6 - €9.

Is there a direct bus between Remscheid and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Remscheid Markt and arriving at Köln Heumarkt. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Remscheid and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Remscheid to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Remscheid Hbf and arriving at Koeln Hbf via Solingen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 1m.

How far is it from Remscheid to Cologne?

The distance between Remscheid and Cologne is 45 km. The road distance is 41.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Remscheid to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 1h 1m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 1m to get from Remscheid to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Remscheid to Cologne bus from?

Remscheid to Cologne bus services, operated by RVK Regionalverkehr Köln GmbH NL Wermelsk., depart from Remscheid Markt station.

Where do I catch the Remscheid to Cologne train from?

Remscheid to Cologne train services, operated by RheinRuhrBahn, depart from Remscheid Hbf station.

Train or bus from Remscheid to Cologne?

The best way to get from Remscheid to Cologne is to train which takes 1h 1m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 1h 43m.

Where does the Remscheid to Cologne bus arrive?

Remscheid to Cologne bus services, operated by RVK Regionalverkehr Köln GmbH NL Wermelsk., arrive at Köln Heumarkt station.

Where does the Remscheid to Cologne train arrive?

Remscheid to Cologne train services, operated by RheinRuhrBahn, arrive at Solingen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Remscheid to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Remscheid to Cologne is 42 km. It takes approximately 33 min to drive from Remscheid to Cologne.

Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1444+ hotels available in Cologne.

Can I share a ride from Remscheid to Cologne?

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

Remscheid to Cologne - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, car

There are 5 ways to get from Remscheid 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 Remscheid Hbf to Solingen HbfS7
2. Take the train from Solingen Hbf to Koeln HbfRe
1h 1m
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Remscheid to Cologne41.3 km
52 min
€3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Remscheid Markt to Köln Heumarkt260
1h 43m
Drive 41.7 km
1. Drive from Remscheid to Cologne41.7 km
33 min
€6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Remscheid to Cologne41.7 km
33 min
€100–130

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 44.9 km
Duration: 1h 1m

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

You can take a train from Remscheid Hbf to Koeln Hbf via Solingen Hbf in around 1h 1m. Alternatively, RVK Regionalverkehr Köln GmbH NL Wermelsk. operates a bus from Remscheid Markt to Köln Heumarkt hourly, and the journey takes 1h 43m.

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