Day trip from Köln to Koblenz
Koblenz lies 78 km (49 mi) south-east of Köln, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 78 km (49 mi) apart, Koblenz is a realistic day trip from Köln: about 1 h 16 min each way by road.
| Köln | Koblenz | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Germany | Germany |
| Population | 1 million | 107,319 |
| Elevation | 58 m (190 ft) | 75 m (246 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Berlin) | UTC+2 (Europe/Berlin) |
| Postal codes | 50667–51149 | 56068–56077 |
What to see in Koblenz
UNESCO World Heritage in the city: Marceau-Denkmal.
Where to book tours and tickets in Koblenz
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Staying in Koblenz
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Common questions
How far is Koblenz from Köln?
78 km (49 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Köln; by road roughly 95 km (59 mi).
How long does it take to get from Köln to Koblenz by road?
About 1 h 16 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Köln and Koblenz?
No, both are on Europe/Berlin at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.