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Mainz to Köln Hbf

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Mainz, Germany → Köln Hbf, Germany

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Mainz to Köln Hbf

Composite routes from Mainz to Köln Hbf

Cheapest

Transport providers

Lufthansa
Website
Lufthansa
Website
45 min
Every day
$120.25–$341.76
NS
Website
Eurostar
Website
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
Website
Nightjet
Website
Deutsche Bahn Regional
Website
Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)
Website
National Express
Website
Österreichische Bundesbahnen
Website
TRI Train Rental GmbH
Website
VIAS Rail GmbH
Website
Süwex
Website
vlexx
Website
TRANS REGIO Deutsche Regionalbahn GmbH
Website
NS
Website
2h 8m
Twice a week
$25.32–$62.02
+31 30 751 5155
+31 30 751 5155
Call
Eurostar
Website
38 min
6 times a week
$30.38–$69.62
+44 343 218 6186
+44 343 218 6186
Call
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
Website
1h 46m
5 times a day
$48.10–$53.16
+49 30 311-682904
+49 30 311-682904
Call
Nightjet
Website
2h 5m
Once daily
$37.97–$189.87
+43 51717
+43 51717
Call
Deutsche Bahn Regional
Website
24 min
Every 30 minutes
$10.13–$15.19
+49 30 2970
+49 30 2970
Call
Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)
Website
2h 6m
3 times a week
$18.99–$29.11
+32 70 79 79 79
+32 70 79 79 79
Call
National Express
Website
40 min
Every 20 minutes
$12.02–$17.72
08717 81 81 81
08717 81 81 81
Call
Österreichische Bundesbahnen
Website
2h 6m
3 times a week
TRI Train Rental GmbH
Website
48 min
6 times a week
+49 9126 301 90 70
+49 9126 301 90 70
Call Contact via email
VIAS Rail GmbH
Website
2h 6m
Hourly
$21.52–$30.38
069 450099650
069 450099650
Call Contact via email
Süwex
Website
19 min
Every 4 hours
$10.76–$15.19
0621 8301200
0621 8301200
Call
vlexx
Website
19 min
Every 3 hours
$8.23–$12.02
+49 6731 999 27-27
+49 6731 999 27-27
Call Contact via email
TRANS REGIO Deutsche Regionalbahn GmbH
Website
3h
Hourly
$39.24–$54.43
+49-261-98887070
+49-261-98887070
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BlaBlaCar
Website
BlaBlaCar
Website
2h 8m
Hourly
$6.96–$18.99
+3 318 576 2228
+3 318 576 2228
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Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Mainz to Köln Hbf?

The cheapest way to get from Mainz to Köln Hbf is to rideshare which costs $5.98 - $16.30 and takes 2h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mainz to Köln Hbf?

The fastest way to get from Mainz to Köln Hbf is to drive which takes 1h 42m and costs $29.35 - $43.48 .

Is there a direct train between Mainz and Köln Hbf?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Köln Hbf. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 46m.

How far is it from Mainz to Köln Hbf?

The distance between Mainz and Köln Hbf is 181 km. The road distance is 187.8 km.

How do I travel from Mainz to Köln Hbf without a car?

The best way to get from Mainz to Köln Hbf without a car is to train which takes 1h 46m and costs $21.74 - $53.26 .

How long does it take to get from Mainz to Köln Hbf?

The train from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbf takes 1h 46m including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Mainz to Köln Hbf train from?

Mainz to Köln Hbf train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, depart from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof station.

Where does the Mainz to Köln Hbf train arrive?

Mainz to Köln Hbf train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, arrive at Köln Hbf station.

Can I drive from Mainz to Köln Hbf?

Yes, the driving distance between Mainz to Köln Hbf is 188 km. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Mainz to Köln Hbf.

How do I get a train ticket from Mainz to Köln Hbf?

Book your Mainz to Köln Hbf train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Köln Hbf?

There are 1549+ hotels available in Köln Hbf. Prices start at $44.10 per night.

Can I share a ride from Mainz to Köln Hbf?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Mainz and Köln Hbf. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
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