What is the cheapest way to get from Altenkirchen (Station) to Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Altenkirchen (Station) to Cologne is to drive which costs €9 - €14 and takes 53 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Altenkirchen (Station) to Cologne?

The fastest way to get from Altenkirchen (Station) to Cologne is to drive which takes 53 min and costs €9 - €14.

Is there a direct bus between Altenkirchen (Station) and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Altenkirchen (Station) to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Altenkirchen and arriving at Hennef Bf via Hennef Uckerath Alter Zoll. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.

How far is it from Altenkirchen (Station) to Cologne?

The distance between Altenkirchen (Station) and Cologne is 68 km. The road distance is 67 km.

How do I travel from Altenkirchen (Station) to Cologne without a car?

The best way to get from Altenkirchen (Station) to Cologne without a car is to line 250 bus and line 522 bus and train which takes 2h 15m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Altenkirchen (Station) to Cologne?

It takes approximately 2h 15m to get from Altenkirchen (Station) to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Altenkirchen (Station) to Cologne bus from?

Altenkirchen (Station) to Cologne bus services, operated by Martin Becker, depart from Altenkirchen station.

Where does the Altenkirchen (Station) to Cologne bus arrive?

Altenkirchen (Station) to Cologne bus services, operated by Martin Becker, arrive at Hennef Uckerath Alter Zoll station.

Can I drive from Altenkirchen (Station) to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Altenkirchen (Station) to Cologne is 67 km. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from Altenkirchen (Station) to Cologne.

Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1853+ hotels available in Cologne.

Altenkirchen (Station) to Cologne - 5 ways to travel via train

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There are 5 ways to get from Altenkirchen (Station) to Cologne by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Line 250 bus, line 522 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Altenkirchen to Hennef Uckerath Alter Zollbus 250
2. Take the bus from Hennef Uckerath Alter Zoll to Hennef Bfbus 522 / ...
3. Take the train from Hennef Bf to Köln Hbftrain S12 / ...
2h 15m
Drive 67 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Altenkirchen (Station) to Colognecar 67 km
53 min
€10–14
Line 280 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Altenkirchen to Wissen Bfbus 280
2. Take the train from Wissen Bf to Köln Hbftrain Re9
2h 29m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Altenkirchen (Station) to Colognetaxi 67 km
53 min
€150–190
Line 250 bus, line 522 bus
1. Take the bus from Altenkirchen to Hennef Uckerath Alter Zollbus 250
2. Take the bus from Hennef Uckerath Alter Zoll to Hennef Bfbus 522 / ...
2h 28m

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Distance: 68 km
Duration: 2h 15m

What companies run services between Altenkirchen (Station), Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany and Cologne, Germany?

You can take a bus from Altenkirchen to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Hennef Uckerath Alter Zoll, Hennef Bf, Hennef Bf, and Siegburg Bf in around 2h 28m.

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