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

The cheapest way to get from Altenstadt to Cologne is to train via Cologne Hbf which costs €28 - €60 and takes 3h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Altenstadt to Cologne is to drive which takes 1h 43m and costs €28 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Altenstadt and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Altenstadt to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Altenstadt Bahnhof and arriving at Köln via Hanau Freiheitsplatz and Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Altenstadt and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Altenstadt to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Altenstadt Bahnhof and arriving at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Frankfurt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 25m.

How far is it from Altenstadt to Cologne?

The distance between Altenstadt and Cologne is 217 km. The road distance is 200.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Altenstadt to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs €35 - €150.

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

It takes approximately 2h 25m to get from Altenstadt to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Altenstadt to Cologne bus from?

Altenstadt to Cologne bus services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Altenstadt Bahnhof station.

Where do I catch the Altenstadt to Cologne train from?

Altenstadt to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Altenstadt Bahnhof station.

Train or bus from Altenstadt to Cologne?

The best way to get from Altenstadt to Cologne is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs €35 - €150. Alternatively, you can line 563 bus and bus, which costs and takes 4h 36m.

Where does the Altenstadt to Cologne bus arrive?

Altenstadt to Cologne bus services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Hanau Freiheitsplatz station.

Where does the Altenstadt to Cologne train arrive?

Altenstadt to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Frankfurt station.

Can I drive from Altenstadt to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Altenstadt to Cologne is 200 km. It takes approximately 1h 43m to drive from Altenstadt to Cologne.

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

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Altenstadt to Cologne - 6 ways to travel via train, line 563 bus, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Altenstadt to Cologne by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Altenstadt Bahnhof to Frankfurttrain Rb34
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 41 / ...
2h 25m
€39–143
Drive 200.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Altenstadt to Colognecar 200.4 km
1h 43m
€29–42
Line 563 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Altenstadt Bahnhof to Hanau Freiheitsplatzbus 563
2. Take the bus from Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB to Kölnbus Ivano-Frankivsk
4h 36m
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Altenstadt Bahnhof to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane FRA - DUS
3. Take the train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Koeln Hbftrain
4h 6m
€117–216
Train via Cologne Hbf
1. Take the train from Altenstadt Bahnhof to Frankfurttrain Rb34
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Hbftrain 79 / ...
2h 37m
€39–143
Train via Cologne Hbf #2
1. Take the train from Altenstadt Bahnhof to Frankfurttrain Rb34
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Hbftrain Ice / ...
3h 4m
€29–58

Altenstadt to Cologne by train

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Distance: 217.2 km
Duration: 2h 25m

What companies run services between Altenstadt, Hesse, Germany and Cologne, Germany?

You can take a train from Altenstadt Bahnhof to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Frankfurt in around 2h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Altenstadt Bahnhof to Köln via Hanau Freiheitsplatz, Hanau Hauptbahnhof, Hanau Hauptbahnhof, Frankfurt, and Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB in around 4h 36m.

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