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Compare train and bus for Bonn to Kehl
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bonn to Kehl among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $31. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 38m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $31, and a train costs an average of $126.
Distance: 152 miles (246 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$211 Average price | $36 Average price Cheapest | $57 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 8m Average total duration Fastest 3h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 48m Average total duration 9h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bonn to Kehl:
A bus is $175 (€143) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bonn to Kehl costing on average $211 (€173).
Other travel options to Kehl take longer:
Bus takes on average 9h 18m.
You'll arrive about 7m sooner (3h 38m by train vs 3h 45m by car). Tickets start at around $211 (€173) compared to roughly $57 (€47) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bonn to Kehl
Trains from Bonn to Kehl run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $126 (€103) but you can travel from only $31 (€25) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:58, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 152 miles (246 km) distance in 3h 39m.
Distance 152 miles (246 km) |
Average train duration 3h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $126 (€103) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 39m |
First train 5:58 AM |
Last train 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Trans Regio Deutsche Regionalbahn GmbH from Bonn to Kehl trainsDeutsche Bahn, Trans Regio Deutsche Regionalbahn GmbH trains will get you between Bonn and Kehl from $31 (€25). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Trans Regio Deutsche Regionalbahn GmbH
FAQs: Trains from Bonn to Kehl
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bonn to Kehl by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Kehl, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bonn to Kehl
Most Bonn to Kehl trains use the Bonn Hbf to Kehl station pair, with some services arriving at Kork. Use this guide to compare Bonn and Kehl train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Bonn station do trains to Kehl leave from?
Getting to Bonn Hbf from Bonn city centre
Bonn Hbf train station facilities and services
Bonn Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Magd und Knecht, Cafébar Macchiato, Frittebud, McDonald's
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bonn Hbf. ATMs are available at Bonn Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bonn Hbf. Information desks are available at Bonn Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Bonn Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bonn Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bonn Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bonn Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Motel One, Hotel Rheinland, Hotel Löhndorf, Villa Esplanade.
Getting to Bonn-Beuel from Bonn city centre
Bonn-Beuel is 2 km from Bonn city centre. Public transport options include:
Bonn-Beuel train station facilities and services
Bonn-Beuel has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafe Wagner, Stadt-Café, Freundlicher Imbiss, Beueler Döner- & Pizza-Center
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bonn-Beuel. ATMs are available at Bonn-Beuel.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bonn-Beuel. Information desks are available at Bonn-Beuel.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Bonn-Beuel. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bonn-Beuel: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bonn-Beuel: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bonn-Beuel.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Garten Hotel, Portofino.
Getting to Bonn-Bad Godesberg from Bonn city centre
Bonn-Bad Godesberg is 7 km from Bonn city centre. Public transport options include:
Bonn-Bad Godesberg train station facilities and services
Bonn-Bad Godesberg has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: House of Steaks, Fair Cafe, Maternus, Mykonos
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bonn-Bad Godesberg. ATMs are available at Bonn-Bad Godesberg.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bonn-Bad Godesberg. Information desks are available at Bonn-Bad Godesberg.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Bonn-Bad Godesberg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bonn-Bad Godesberg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bonn-Bad Godesberg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bonn-Bad Godesberg.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Kaiserhof, Hotel zum Adler, Insel Hotel, Hotel Eden.
Which Kehl station do trains from Bonn arrive at?
Getting to Kehl from Kehl city centre
Kehl train station facilities and services
Kehl has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Cafe am Yachthafen, Kochlöffel, Alte Zunft, Maï Thai
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Kehl. ATMs are available at Kehl.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kehl. Information desks are available at Kehl.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Kehl. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kehl: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Kehl: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kehl.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Rosengarten, Europa-Hotel, Restaurant Pizzeria Schwert;Hotel Schwert, Lamm.
Getting to Kork from Kehl city centre
Kork is 4 km from Kehl city centre. Public transport options include:
Kork train station facilities and services
Kork has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café "Alte Landschreiberei"
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Kork. ATMs are available at Kork.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kork. Information desks are available at Kork.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Kork. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kork: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Kork: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kork.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Gästehaus Krone.
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