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

The cheapest way to get from Strasbourg to Cologne is to bus which costs €35 - €60 and takes 5h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Strasbourg to Cologne is to train which takes 3h 5m and costs €65 - €300.

Is there a direct bus between Strasbourg and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Strasbourg to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Strasbourg and arriving at Bonn UN Campus via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Strasbourg and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Strasbourg to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Strasbourg and arriving at Köln Hbf via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 5m.

How far is it from Strasbourg to Cologne?

The distance between Strasbourg and Cologne is 378 km. The road distance is 352.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Strasbourg to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 3h 5m and costs €65 - €300.

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

It takes approximately 3h 5m to get from Strasbourg to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Strasbourg to Cologne bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Strasbourg to Cologne train from?

Strasbourg to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Strasbourg station.

Train or bus from Strasbourg to Cologne?

The best way to get from Strasbourg to Cologne is to train which takes 3h 5m and costs €65 - €300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €60 and takes 5h 1m.

Where does the Strasbourg to Cologne bus arrive?

Strasbourg to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bonn UN Campus station.

Where does the Strasbourg to Cologne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Strasbourg to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Strasbourg to Cologne is 352 km. It takes approximately 3h 22m to drive from Strasbourg to Cologne.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Strasbourg to Cologne?

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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Strasbourg to Cologne - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Strasbourg to Cologne by train (TGV), bus, night train, car, train, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Strasbourg to Mannheim Hbftrain Ice / ...
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbftrain 42 / ...
3h 5m
€65–298
Night train
cheapest
1. Take the nighttrain from Offenburg to Koeln Hbfnighttrain Nj
6h 33m
€32–173
Bus
1. Take the bus from Strasbourg to Bonn UN Campusbus FlixBus N11
5h 1m
€35–59
Drive 352.4 km
1. Drive from Strasbourg to Colognecar 352.4 km
3h 22m
€54–79
Train via Köln Messe/Deutz Bf
1. Take the train from Strasbourg to Mannheim Hbftrain Ice / ...
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 47 / ...
3h 5m
€65–298
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Strasbourg to Mannheim Hbftrain
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurttrain
3. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane FRA - DUS
4h 35m
€129–327

Strasbourg to Cologne by train

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Distance: 378.5 km
Duration: 3h 5m

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

You can take a train from Strasbourg to Köln Hbf via Mannheim Hbf and Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof in around 3h 5m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Strasbourg to Bonn UN Campus twice daily. Tickets cost €28–50 and the journey takes 4h 30m.

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