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

The cheapest way to get from Unkel to Cologne is to drive which costs €7 - €11 and takes 41 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Unkel to Cologne is to train which takes 33 min and costs €8 - €13.

Is there a direct ferry between Unkel and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Unkel Kd and arriving at Koeln Kd. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Unkel and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Oberwinter and arriving at Koeln Sued. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 33 min.

How far is it from Unkel to Cologne?

The distance between Unkel and Cologne is 45 km. The road distance is 49.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Unkel to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 33 min and costs €8 - €13.

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

The train from Oberwinter to Koeln Sued takes 33 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Unkel to Cologne train from?

Unkel to Cologne train services, operated by National Express, depart from Oberwinter station.

Where does the Unkel to Cologne train arrive?

Unkel to Cologne train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Koeln Sued station.

Can I drive from Unkel to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Unkel to Cologne is 49 km. It takes approximately 41 min to drive from Unkel to Cologne.

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

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Unkel to Cologne - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, ferry, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Unkel to Cologne by train, bus, ferry, 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 Oberwinter to Koeln Suedtrain Re
33 min
€8–13
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Unkel Bf to Troisdorf Bfbus Re8x / ...
2. Take the train from Troisdorf Bf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain S19 / ...
1h 12m
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Unkel Kd to Koeln Kdferry 202 / ...
2h 50m
Drive 49.2 km
1. Drive from Unkel to Colognecar 49.2 km
41 min
€8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Unkel to Colognetaxi 49.2 km
41 min
€110–140

Unkel to Cologne by train

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Distance: 45 km
Duration: 33 min

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

National Express operates a train from Oberwinter to Koeln Sued every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 33 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Köln-Düsseldorfer Deutsche Rheinschiffahrt GmbH (KD) operates a ferry from Unkel Kd to Koeln Kd 5 times a day, and the journey takes 2h 50m.

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