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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Herten is to drive which costs €13 - €19 and takes 1h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Herten is to drive which takes 1h 5m and costs €13 - €19.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Herten?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Herten. However, there are services departing from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis and arriving at Herten Mitte via Herne Wanne-Eickel Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Herten?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Herten. However, there are services departing from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf and arriving at Herten, Herten via Essen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 7m.

How far is it from Cologne to Herten?

The distance between Cologne and Herten is 111 km. The road distance is 91.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Herten without a car is to bus which takes 2h 4m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 4m to get from Cologne to Herten, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Herten bus from?

Cologne to Herten bus services, operated by OrionBus, depart from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis station.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Herten train from?

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

Train or bus from Cologne to Herten?

The best way to get from Cologne to Herten is to bus which takes 2h 4m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs €21 - €70 and takes 2h 7m.

Where does the Cologne to Herten bus arrive?

Cologne to Herten bus services, operated by OrionBus, arrive at Südviertel, Essen station.

Where does the Cologne to Herten train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cologne to Herten?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Herten is 91 km. It takes approximately 1h 5m to drive from Cologne to Herten.

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

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Where can I stay near Herten?

There are 1915+ hotels available in Herten.

Cologne to Herten - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Cologne to Herten by bus, train, or car

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best
1. Take the bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Südviertel, Essenbus Mykolayiv
2. Take the bus from Herne Wanne-Eickel Hbf to Herten Mittebus Sb27 / ...
2h 4m
Drive 91.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Cologne to Hertencar 91.1 km
1h 5m
€14–19
Train
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Essen Hbftrain 41 / ...
2. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Herten, Hertentrain S9
2h 7m
€22–69
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Herne-Wanne-Eickel Hbftrain Re
2. Take the bus from Herne Wanne-Eickel Hbf to Herten Mittebus Sb27 / ...
2h 14m

Cologne to Herten by train

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Distance: 110.5 km
Duration: 2h 4m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Herten, Germany?

You can take a bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Herten Mitte via Südviertel, Essen, Essen Hbf, Herne Wanne-Eickel Hbf, and Herne Wanne-Eickel Hbf in around 2h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Herten, Herten via Essen Hbf in around 2h 7m.

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