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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Idar-Oberstein to Cologne

Composite routes from Idar-Oberstein to Cologne

Cheapest
2 h 4 min
Car
187 km.
from $10

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Trier central train station to Cologne
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$19.08–$27.99

Scherer-Reisen

Phone:
+49 (6765) 270
Email:
Website:
scherer-reisen.de/coach_rentals.html
Bus from Idar, Eltwerk to Trier,
Ave. Duration:
1h 24m
Frequency:
Hourly
Bus from Idar, Eltwerk to Wittlich,
Ave. Duration:
1h 26m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours

Train operators

NS

Phone:
+31 30 751 5155
Website:
ns.nl/
Train from Frankfurt to Köln
Ave. Duration:
52 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$24.17–$59.80

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Frankfurt to Köln
Ave. Duration:
52 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$47.07–$53.43

Deutsche Bahn Regional

Phone:
+49 30 2970
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Wittlich, Hauptbahnhof to Köln
Ave. Duration:
2h 11m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$30.53–$43.26

vlexx

Phone:
+49 6731 999 27-27
Email:
Website:
vlexx.de/
Train from Idar-Oberstein, Bahnhof to Frankfurt
Ave. Duration:
1h 39m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$26.72–$38.17
Train from Idar-Oberstein, Bahnhof to Ingelheim,
Ave. Duration:
1h 13m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$17.81–$26.72

TRANS REGIO Deutsche Regionalbahn GmbH

Phone:
+49-261-98887070
Email:
Website:
mittelrheinbahn.de/
Train from Ingelheim, Bahnhof to Köln
Ave. Duration:
2h 33m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$35.62–$50.89

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Idar-Oberstein to Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Idar-Oberstein to Cologne is to drive which costs $30.43 - $44.57 and takes 2h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Idar-Oberstein to Cologne?

The fastest way to get from Idar-Oberstein to Cologne is to drive which takes 2h 7m and costs $30.43 - $44.57 .

Is there a direct train between Idar-Oberstein and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Idar-Oberstein to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Idar-Oberstein, Bahnhof and arriving at Köln Hbf via Frankfurt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 54m.

How far is it from Idar-Oberstein to Cologne?

The distance between Idar-Oberstein and Cologne is 286 km. The road distance is 189.9 km.

How do I travel from Idar-Oberstein to Cologne without a car?

The best way to get from Idar-Oberstein to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 2h 54m and costs $43.48 - $86.96 .

How long does it take to get from Idar-Oberstein to Cologne?

It takes approximately 2h 54m to get from Idar-Oberstein to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Idar-Oberstein to Cologne train from?

Idar-Oberstein to Cologne train services, operated by vlexx, depart from Idar-Oberstein, Bahnhof station.

Train or bus from Idar-Oberstein to Cologne?

The best way to get from Idar-Oberstein to Cologne is to train which takes 2h 54m and costs $43.48 - $86.96 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 12m.

Where does the Idar-Oberstein to Cologne train arrive?

Idar-Oberstein to Cologne train services, operated by vlexx, arrive at Frankfurt station.

Can I drive from Idar-Oberstein to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Idar-Oberstein to Cologne is 190 km. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Idar-Oberstein to Cologne.

How do I get a train ticket from Idar-Oberstein to Cologne?

Book your Idar-Oberstein 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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