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 €22 - €50 and takes 6h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Strasbourg to Cologne is to train via Mannheim which takes 2h 57m and costs €50 - €200.

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 Köln Heumarkt via Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 40m.

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 2h 57m.

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 via Mannheim which takes 2h 57m and costs €50 - €200.

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

It takes approximately 2h 57m 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 via Mannheim which takes 2h 57m and costs €50 - €200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €22 - €50 and takes 6h 40m.

Where does the Strasbourg to Cologne bus arrive?

Strasbourg to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leverkusen 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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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Strasbourg to Cologne by train (TGV), 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 Strasbourg to Mannheim Hbftrain Ice / ...
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbftrain 43 / ...
2h 57m
€50–193
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Strasbourg to Leverkusenbus N11
6h 40m
€22–50
Night train
1. Take the night train from Offenburg to Koeln Hbfnighttrain Nj
8h 8m
€42–262
Drive 352.4 km
1. Drive from Strasbourg to Colognecar 352.4 km
3h 22m
€54–78
Train
1. Take the train from Strasbourg to Karlsruhe Hbftrain Ice / ...
2. Take the train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbftrain 43 / ...
3h 47m
€50–147

Strasbourg to Cologne by train

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2h 57mAverage Duration

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Distance: 378.4 km
Duration: 2h 57m

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 2h 57m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Strasbourg to Leverkusen once daily. Tickets cost €22–50 and the journey takes 5h 40m.

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