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

The cheapest way to get from Waldkirch to Cologne is to bus which costs €24 - €45 and takes 9h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Waldkirch to Cologne is to drive which takes 3h 35m and costs €60 - €90.

Is there a direct train between Waldkirch and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Waldkirch to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Waldkirch and arriving at Köln Hbf via Freiburg Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.

How far is it from Waldkirch to Cologne?

The distance between Waldkirch and Cologne is 447 km. The road distance is 434 km.

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

The best way to get from Waldkirch to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 4h 27m and costs €60 - €130.

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

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

Where do I catch the Waldkirch to Cologne train from?

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

Train or bus from Waldkirch to Cologne?

The best way to get from Waldkirch to Cologne is to train which takes 4h 27m and costs €60 - €130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €24 - €45 and takes 9h 17m.

Where does the Waldkirch to Cologne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Waldkirch to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Waldkirch to Cologne is 434 km. It takes approximately 3h 35m to drive from Waldkirch to Cologne.

Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1736+ hotels available in Cologne.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Waldkirch to Cologne by train, bus, 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
best
1. Take the train from Freiburg Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbf43 / ...
4h 27m
€60–130
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Freiburg to LeverkusenN11
9h 17m
€24–45
Drive 434 km
1. Drive from Waldkirch to Cologne434 km
3h 35m
€62–90
Train via Köln Messe/Deutz Bf
1. Take the train from Freiburg Hauptbahnhof to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf43
4h 31m
€70–80
Train via Freiburg Hauptbahnhof
1. Take the train from Freiburg Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbf43N
7h 11m

Waldkirch to Cologne by train

48Weekly Trains

4h 27mAverage Duration

€60Cheapest Price

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Distance: 446.8 km
Duration: 4h 27m

What companies run services between Waldkirch, Baden-Württemberg, Germany and Cologne, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Freiburg Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbf every 4 hours. Tickets cost €60–130 and the journey takes 3h 8m. Österreichische Bundesbahnen also services this route 5 times a week. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Freiburg to Leverkusen once daily. Tickets cost €24–45 and the journey takes 6h 55m.

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