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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Mannheim to Cologne

Cheapest
28 min
Car
36 km.
from $1

Transport providers

Airlines

Lufthansa

Website:
lufthansa.com/
Plane from Frankfurt to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$126.58–$354.42

Train operators

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 Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurt
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$13.92–$34.18

Eurostar

Phone:
+44 343 218 6186
Website:
eurostar.com/rw-en
Train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
38 min
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$31.64–$69.62

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Köln
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$58.23–$64.55
Train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurt
Ave. Duration:
32 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$32.91–$36.71
Train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
33 min
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$29.11–$32.91
Train from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Köln
Ave. Duration:
1h 56m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$49.37–$54.43

Deutsche Bahn Regional

Phone:
+49 30 2970
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Ludwigshafen, Mitte to Mainz,
Ave. Duration:
1h 21m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$16.46–$24.05

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$12.66–$18.99

TRI Train Rental GmbH

Phone:
+49 9126 301 90 70
Email:
Website:
train-rental.com/
Train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
48 min
Frequency:
6 times a week

Süwex

Phone:
0621 8301200
Website:
suewex.de/
Train from Ludwigshafen, Mitte to Mainz,
Ave. Duration:
49 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$17.72–$25.32

TRANS REGIO Deutsche Regionalbahn GmbH

Phone:
+49-261-98887070
Email:
Website:
mittelrheinbahn.de/
Train from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Köln
Ave. Duration:
2h 51m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$40.50–$55.69

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Mannheim to Cologne
Ave. Duration:
2h 42m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$10.13–$24.05

Bus operators

Arjani Travel

Phone:
+355 68 20 63 724
Email:
Website:
arjanitravel.com/
Bus from Mannheim, ZOB to Cologne
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Twice a week

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Mannheim to Cologne is to rideshare which costs $8.70 - $20.65 and takes 2h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mannheim to Cologne is to train which takes 1h 30m and costs $27.17 - $70.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Mannheim and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Mannheim, ZOB and arriving at Cologne. Services depart twice a week, and operate Tuesday and Friday. The journey takes approximately 3h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Mannheim and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Köln Hbf. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 30m.

How far is it from Mannheim to Cologne?

The distance between Mannheim and Cologne is 240 km. The road distance is 246.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Mannheim to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 1h 30m and costs $27.17 - $70.65 .

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

The train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbf takes 1h 30m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Mannheim to Cologne bus from?

Mannheim to Cologne bus services, operated by Arjani Travel, depart from Mannheim, ZOB station.

Where do I catch the Mannheim to Cologne train from?

Mannheim to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, depart from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof station.

Train or bus from Mannheim to Cologne?

The best way to get from Mannheim to Cologne is to train which takes 1h 30m and costs $27.17 - $70.65 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 15m.

Where does the Mannheim to Cologne bus arrive?

Mannheim to Cologne bus services, operated by Arjani Travel, arrive at Cologne station.

Where does the Mannheim to Cologne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mannheim to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Mannheim to Cologne is 247 km. It takes approximately 2h 11m to drive from Mannheim to Cologne.

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

Book your Mannheim 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.

Can I share a ride from Mannheim to Cologne?

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