How to travel from Cologne to Bad Kreuznach

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Compare train for Cologne to Bad Kreuznach

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Bad Kreuznach among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $27 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 35m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $27, while a train costs an average of $63.

Distance: 85 miles (138 km)

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Compare ways to travel from Cologne to Bad Kreuznach

Compare the available ways to get from Cologne to Bad Kreuznach, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Cologne to Bad Kreuznach is a bus with an average price of $27 (€23).

This is compared to other travel options from Cologne to Bad Kreuznach:

A bus is $37 (€31) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne to Bad Kreuznach costing on average $63 (€53).

The fastest way to travel from Cologne to Bad Kreuznach is by train with an average journey time of 2h 35m.

Other travel options to Bad Kreuznach take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 50m.

Yes, you can take a train between Cologne and Bad Kreuznach.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Cologne to Bad Kreuznach among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 3m sooner (2h 5m by train vs 2h 8m by car). Tickets start at around $63 (€53) compared to roughly $31 (€26) 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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from Cologne to Bad Kreuznach

How to get from Cologne to Bad Kreuznach by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Cologne to Bad Kreuznach is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Deutsche Bahn
    7:58 AM2h22
    Cologne
    10:20 AMBad Kreuznach
    $471One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Deutsche Bahn
    7:58 AM2h22
    Cologne
    10:20 AMBad Kreuznach
    $471One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Deutsche Bahn
    7:58 AM2h22
    Cologne
    10:20 AMBad Kreuznach
    $471One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche Bahn
    6:28 AM2h52
    Cologne
    9:20 AMBad Kreuznach
    $651One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Cologne to Bad Kreuznach

Travel to Bad Kreuznach easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Cologne to Bad Kreuznach.

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You can travel between Cologne and Bad Kreuznach by train.
The cheapest way to travel from Cologne to Bad Kreuznach is a bus with an average price of $27 (€23).

This is compared to other travel options from Cologne to Bad Kreuznach:

A bus is $37 (€31) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne to Bad Kreuznach costing on average $63 (€53).

The fastest way to travel from Cologne to Bad Kreuznach is by train with an average journey time of 2h 35m.

Other travel options to Bad Kreuznach take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 50m.

The distance from Cologne to Bad Kreuznach is approximately 85 miles (138 km).
The average frequency per day from Cologne to Bad Kreuznach is:
  • Around 11 trains per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Cologne and Bad Kreuznach as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Cologne to Bad Kreuznach:
  • Trains mostly depart from Cologne Hbf and arrive in Bad Kreuznach station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) and arrive in Bingen am Rhein.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Cologne to Bad Kreuznach, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Bad Kreuznach by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Bad Kreuznach by bus.
Omio customers who travel from Cologne to Bad Kreuznach often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Frankfurt am Main, Frankfurt am Main Airport, Berlin, Munich. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Bad Kreuznach and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Bad Kreuznach to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
A stay of 2 to 3 days in Bad Kreuznach is ideal to explore its historical sites, indulge in its spa experiences, and enjoy the scenic beauty of the Nahe Valley.

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