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Forbach, France → Cologne, Germany

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Five ways to Travel from Forbach to Cologne

Composite routes from Forbach to Cologne

Cheapest
2 h 32 min
Car
254 km.
from $13
Other
2 h 32 min
Rideshare
254 km.
from $9.66
3 h 29 min
194 km.
from $90.76
6 h 11 min
194 km.
from $34.28
4 h 35 min
194 km.
from $94.13

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Saarbrücken bus station to Leverkusen
Ave. Duration:
3h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$27.85–$40.50

Train operators

TGV inOui

Phone:
+33 1 84 94 36 35
Website:
sncf-connect.com/en-en
Train from Forbach to Mannheim
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$36.71–$75.95

NS

Phone:
+31 30 751 5155
Website:
ns.nl/
Train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Köln
Ave. Duration:
1h 41m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$31.64–$82.28
Train from Koblenz Hauptbahnhof to Köln
Ave. Duration:
1h 14m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$15.19–$39.24

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Forbach to Mannheim
Ave. Duration:
1h 27m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$43.04–$48.10
Train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Köln
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$58.23–$64.55
Train from Koblenz Hauptbahnhof to Köln
Ave. Duration:
53 min
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$35.44–$39.24

Deutsche Bahn Regional

Phone:
+49 30 2970
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Koblenz Hauptbahnhof to Köln
Ave. Duration:
1h 42m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$18.99–$27.85
Train from Saarbrücken Hbf to Trier,
Ave. Duration:
1h 26m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$18.99–$27.85

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Train from Koblenz Hauptbahnhof to Köln
Ave. Duration:
1h 12m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$20.25–$29.11

Österreichische Bundesbahnen

Website:
konzern.oebb.at/
Train from Koblenz Hauptbahnhof to Köln
Ave. Duration:
1h 12m
Frequency:
3 times a week

Süwex

Phone:
0621 8301200
Website:
suewex.de/
Train from Saarbrücken Hbf to Koblenz
Ave. Duration:
2h 37m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$37.97–$53.16
Train from Koblenz Hauptbahnhof to Köln
Ave. Duration:
1h 2m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$20.25–$29.11

vlexx

Phone:
+49 6731 999 27-27
Email:
Website:
vlexx.de/
Train from Saarbrücken Hbf to Trier,
Ave. Duration:
1h 26m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$20.25–$30.38

Luxembourg Railways (CFL)

Phone:
+352 24 89 24 89
Website:
cfl.lu/fr-fr
Train from Koblenz Hauptbahnhof to Köln
Ave. Duration:
1h 2m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$3.71
Train from Trier Sued to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$3.71

TRANS REGIO Deutsche Regionalbahn GmbH

Phone:
+49-261-98887070
Email:
Website:
mittelrheinbahn.de/
Train from Koblenz Hauptbahnhof to Köln
Ave. Duration:
1h 32m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$20.25–$29.11

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Forbach to Cologne is to train which costs $19.57 - $29.35 and takes 6h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Forbach to Cologne is to drive which takes 2h 30m and costs $43.48 - $65.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Forbach and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Forbach to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Bahnhof, Forbach and arriving at Köln Heumarkt via Hauptbahnhof, Saarbrücken, Saarbrücken bus station and Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Forbach and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Forbach to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Forbach and arriving at Köln Hbf via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.

How far is it from Forbach to Cologne?

The distance between Forbach and Cologne is 379 km. The road distance is 252.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Forbach to Cologne without a car is to train via Mannheim which takes 3h 29m and costs $54.35 - $141.30 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 29m to get from Forbach to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forbach to Cologne bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Forbach to Cologne train from?

Forbach to Cologne train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Forbach station.

Train or bus from Forbach to Cologne?

The best way to get from Forbach to Cologne is to train via Mannheim which takes 3h 29m and costs $54.35 - $141.30 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $23.91 - $34.78 and takes 6h 36m.

Where does the Forbach to Cologne bus arrive?

Forbach to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leverkusen station.

Where does the Forbach to Cologne train arrive?

Forbach to Cologne train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Mannheim Hbf station.

Can I drive from Forbach to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Forbach to Cologne is 252 km. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Forbach to Cologne.

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

Book your Forbach to Cologne train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1593+ hotels available in Cologne. Prices start at $45.33 per night.
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