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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Altenkirchen is to bus which costs €24 - €40 and takes 7h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Altenkirchen is to drive which takes 2h 29m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Altenkirchen?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Altenkirchen. However, there are services departing from Bonn UN Campus and arriving at Altenkirchen, Ortsmitte via Saarbrücken bus station, Stummdenkmal, Neunkirchen and Breitenbach, Wendeplatz. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Altenkirchen?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Altenkirchen. However, there are services departing from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf and arriving at Homburg via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 9m.

How far is it from Cologne to Altenkirchen?

The distance between Cologne and Altenkirchen is 355 km. The road distance is 221 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Altenkirchen without a car is to train which takes 5h 9m and costs €60 - €240.

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

It takes approximately 5h 9m to get from Cologne to Altenkirchen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Altenkirchen bus from?

Cologne to Altenkirchen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bonn UN Campus station.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Altenkirchen train from?

Cologne to Altenkirchen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.

Train or bus from Cologne to Altenkirchen?

The best way to get from Cologne to Altenkirchen is to train which takes 5h 9m and costs €60 - €240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €24 - €40 and takes 7h 45m.

Where does the Cologne to Altenkirchen bus arrive?

Cologne to Altenkirchen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Saarbrücken bus station.

Where does the Cologne to Altenkirchen train arrive?

Cologne to Altenkirchen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Altenkirchen?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Altenkirchen is 221 km. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Cologne to Altenkirchen.

Where can I stay near Altenkirchen?

There are 889+ hotels available in Altenkirchen.

Cologne to Altenkirchen - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Cologne to Altenkirchen by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain 47 / ...
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Homburgtrain Re1
5h 9m
€60–238
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bonn UN Campus to Saarbrücken bus stationbus FlixBus N11
7h 45m
€24–40
Drive 221 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Altenkirchencar 221 km
2h 29m
€32–46
Train via Ingelheim am Rhein
1. Take the train from Köln Süd Bf to Ingelheim, Bahnhoftrain Rb26
2. Take the train from Ingelheim, Bahnhof to Neunkirchentrain Re3 / ...
6h 56m
€53–75
Train #2
1. Take the train from Koeln Sued to Koblenz Hbftrain Re
2. Take the train from Koblenz Hauptbahnhof to Homburgtrain Re1
7h 15m
€51–112

Cologne to Altenkirchen by train and bus

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Distance: 355.4 km
Duration: 5h 9m

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

You can take a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Altenkirchen, Ortsmitte via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof, Homburg, Hauptbahnhof, Homburg, and Schönenberg, ZOB in around 5h 9m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bonn UN Campus to Saarbrücken bus station twice daily. Tickets cost €16–26 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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