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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Heidelberg Station to Cologne

Composite routes from Heidelberg Station to Cologne

Cheapest
2 h 7 min
Car
249 km.
from $13

Transport providers

Airlines

Lufthansa

Website:
lufthansa.com/
Plane from Frankfurt to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$120.86–$343.51

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:
$31.81–$76.34
Train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurt
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.72–$33.08

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:
$30.53–$69.97

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:
$57.25–$63.61
Train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurt
Ave. Duration:
32 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$31.81–$35.62
Train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
33 min
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$27.99–$31.81
Train from Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof to Köln
Ave. Duration:
2h 41m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$61.07–$68.70
Train from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Köln
Ave. Duration:
1h 56m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$47.07–$53.43

Deutsche Bahn Regional

Phone:
+49 30 2970
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Ludwigshafen, Mitte to Mainz,
Ave. Duration:
1h 21m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.27–$22.90

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:
$12.09–$17.81

TRI Train Rental GmbH

Phone:
+49 9126 301 90 70
Email:
fahrgaeste@train-rental.com
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:
$16.54–$24.17

TRANS REGIO Deutsche Regionalbahn GmbH

Phone:
+49-261-98887070
Email:
service@trans-regio.de
Website:
mittelrheinbahn.de/
Train from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Köln
Ave. Duration:
2h 51m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$39.44–$54.71

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Heidelberg to Cologne
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.72–$24.17

Bus operators

Arjani Travel

Phone:
+355 68 20 63 724
Email:
info@arjanitravel.com
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 Heidelberg Station to Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Heidelberg Station to Cologne is to rideshare which costs $10.87 - $20.65 and takes 3h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Heidelberg Station to Cologne?

The fastest way to get from Heidelberg Station to Cologne is to drive which takes 2h 8m and costs $39.13 - $59.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Heidelberg Station and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Heidelberg Station station to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Heidelberg central train station and arriving at Cologne via Mannheim, ZOB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Heidelberg Station and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Köln Hbf. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 41m.

How far is it from Heidelberg Station to Cologne?

The distance between Heidelberg Station and Cologne is 257 km. The road distance is 250.5 km.

How do I travel from Heidelberg Station to Cologne without a car?

The best way to get from Heidelberg Station to Cologne without a car is to train via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof which takes 2h 16m and costs $34.78 - $92.39 .

How long does it take to get from Heidelberg Station to Cologne?

It takes approximately 2h 16m to get from Heidelberg Station to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Heidelberg Station to Cologne bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Heidelberg Station to Cologne train from?

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

Train or bus from Heidelberg Station to Cologne?

The best way to get from Heidelberg Station to Cologne is to train via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof which takes 2h 16m and costs $34.78 - $92.39 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 40m.

Where does the Heidelberg Station to Cologne bus arrive?

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

Where does the Heidelberg Station to Cologne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Heidelberg Station to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Heidelberg Station to Cologne is 251 km. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Heidelberg Station to Cologne.

How do I get a train ticket from Heidelberg Station to Cologne?

Book your Heidelberg Station to Cologne train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1609+ hotels available in Cologne. Prices start at $44.10 per night.

Can I share a ride from Heidelberg Station to Cologne?

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