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

The cheapest way to get from Rust to Cologne is to drive which costs €55 - €85 and takes 3h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rust to Cologne is to drive which takes 3h 23m and costs €55 - €85.

Is there a direct bus between Rust and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Rust to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Rust and arriving at Köln via Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 43m.

How far is it from Rust to Cologne?

The distance between Rust and Cologne is 402 km. The road distance is 402.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Rust to Cologne without a car is to train via Mannheim which takes 4h 27m and costs €70 - €190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 27m to get from Rust to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rust to Cologne bus from?

Rust to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Rust station.

Train or bus from Rust to Cologne?

The best way to get from Rust to Cologne is to train via Mannheim which takes 4h 27m and costs €70 - €190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 43m.

Where does the Rust to Cologne bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rust to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Rust to Cologne is 402 km. It takes approximately 3h 23m to drive from Rust to Cologne.

Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1813+ hotels available in Cologne.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Rust to Cologne by train, bus, night 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 via Mannheim
best
1. Take the train from Offenburg Bahnhof to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain 12 / ...
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbftrain 42 / ...
4h 27m
€71–183
Night train
cheapest
1. Take the night train from Offenburg to Koeln Hbfnighttrain Nj
6h 56m
€35–108
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rust to Frankfurt central train stationbus FlixBus 107 / ...
2. Take the bus from Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB to Kölnbus Ivano-Frankivsk
6h 43m
Drive 402.1 km
1. Drive from Rust to Colognecar 402.1 km
3h 23m
€58–84
Train
1. Take the train from Offenburg Bahnhof to Köln Hbftrain 45
5h
€73–183

Rust to Cologne by bus and train

137Weekly Services

4h 27mAverage Duration

€71Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 402.5 km
Duration: 4h 27m

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

You can take a bus from Rust Ritterstraße to Köln Hbf via Ringsheim/Europa-Park, Ringsheim/Europa-Park, Offenburg Bahnhof, and Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof in around 4h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rust to Köln via Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB in around 6h 43m.

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