What is the cheapest way to get from Bad Salzuflen to Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Bad Salzuflen to Cologne is to bus which costs €18 - €30 and takes 4h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bad Salzuflen to Cologne?

The fastest way to get from Bad Salzuflen to Cologne is to drive which takes 1h 48m and costs €29 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Bad Salzuflen and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Bad Salzuflen station to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Bad Salzuflen central bus station and arriving at Köln Heumarkt via Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Bad Salzuflen and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Bad Salzuflen to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Bad Salzuflen, Bahnhof and arriving at Köln Hbf via Herford, Bahnhof/ZOB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 34m.

How far is it from Bad Salzuflen to Cologne?

The distance between Bad Salzuflen and Cologne is 214 km. The road distance is 203.1 km.

How do I travel from Bad Salzuflen to Cologne without a car?

The best way to get from Bad Salzuflen to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 2h 34m and costs €40 - €170.

How long does it take to get from Bad Salzuflen to Cologne?

It takes approximately 2h 34m to get from Bad Salzuflen to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bad Salzuflen to Cologne bus from?

Bad Salzuflen to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bad Salzuflen central bus station.

Where do I catch the Bad Salzuflen to Cologne train from?

Bad Salzuflen to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Herford, Bahnhof/ZOB station.

Train or bus from Bad Salzuflen to Cologne?

The best way to get from Bad Salzuflen to Cologne is to train which takes 2h 34m and costs €40 - €170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €18 - €30 and takes 4h 26m.

Where does the Bad Salzuflen to Cologne bus arrive?

Bad Salzuflen to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leverkusen station.

Where does the Bad Salzuflen to Cologne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bad Salzuflen to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Bad Salzuflen to Cologne is 203 km. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from Bad Salzuflen to Cologne.

How do I get a train ticket from Bad Salzuflen to Cologne?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Herford, Bahnhof/ZOB to Köln Hbftrain 55 / ...
2h 34m
€41–169
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bad Salzuflen central bus station to Leverkusenbus N1338
4h 26m
€18–30
Drive 203.1 km
1. Drive from Bad Salzuflen to Colognecar 203.1 km
1h 48m
€29–42
Line 350 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bad Salzuflen, ZOB to Bielefeld Hbfbus 350
2. Take the train from Bielefeld Hbf to Köln Hbftrain 19 / ...
2h 49m
Train via Cologne Hbf
1. Take the train from Herford, Bahnhof/ZOB to Köln Hbftrain 55 / ...
3h 20m
€41–169

Bad Salzuflen to Cologne by train

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Distance: 214 km
Duration: 2h 34m

What companies run services between Bad Salzuflen, Germany and Cologne, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Herford, Bahnhof/ZOB to Köln Hbf 4 times a day. Tickets cost €35–160 and the journey takes 2h 13m. National Express also services this route every 30 minutes. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bad Salzuflen central bus station to Leverkusen once daily. Tickets cost €18–30 and the journey takes 3h 25m.

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