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

The cheapest way to get from Ahlen to Cologne is to drive which costs €18 - €28 and takes 1h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ahlen to Cologne is to drive which takes 1h 23m and costs €18 - €28.

Is there a direct train between Ahlen and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ahlen(Westf) and arriving at Koeln Hbf. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 19m.

How far is it from Ahlen to Cologne?

The distance between Ahlen and Cologne is 131 km. The road distance is 133.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Ahlen to Cologne without a car is to train via Hamm(Westf)Hbf which takes 2h 1m and costs €27 - €110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 1m to get from Ahlen to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ahlen to Cologne train from?

Ahlen to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Hamm station.

Where does the Ahlen to Cologne train arrive?

Ahlen to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Köln Hbf station.

Can I drive from Ahlen to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Ahlen to Cologne is 133 km. It takes approximately 1h 23m to drive from Ahlen to Cologne.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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Train via Hamm(Westf)Hbf
best
1. Take the train from Hamm to Köln Hbftrain 10 / ...
2h 1m
€28–109
Drive 133.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ahlen to Colognecar 133.1 km
1h 23m
€19–28
Train
1. Take the train from Ahlen(Westf) to Koeln Hbftrain Re
2h 19m

Ahlen to Cologne by train

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2h 1mAverage Duration

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Distance: 131.2 km
Duration: 2h 1m

What companies run services between Ahlen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany and Cologne, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Hamm to Köln Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €21–100 and the journey takes 1h 16m.

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