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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Kalkar is to drive which costs €16 - €24 and takes 1h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Kalkar is to drive which takes 1h 11m and costs €16 - €24.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Kalkar?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Kalkar. However, there are services departing from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis and arriving at Kalkar Markt via DU- Hbf Westeingang, Moers Bahnhof and Xanten Bahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Kalkar?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Kalkar. However, there are services departing from Koeln Hbf and arriving at Kleve Bahnhof via Krefeld Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 43m.

How far is it from Cologne to Kalkar?

The distance between Cologne and Kalkar is 134 km. The road distance is 115.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Kalkar without a car is to train and bus via Duisburg which takes 2h 28m and costs €30 - €70.

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

It takes approximately 2h 28m to get from Cologne to Kalkar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Kalkar bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cologne to Kalkar train from?

Cologne to Kalkar train services, operated by National Express, depart from Koeln Hbf station.

Train or bus from Cologne to Kalkar?

The best way to get from Cologne to Kalkar is to bus which takes 4h 8m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs and takes 2h 43m.

Where does the Cologne to Kalkar bus arrive?

Cologne to Kalkar bus services, operated by OrionBus, arrive at Mercatorstraße, Duisburg station.

Where does the Cologne to Kalkar train arrive?

Cologne to Kalkar train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Krefeld Hbf station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Kalkar?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Kalkar is 116 km. It takes approximately 1h 11m to drive from Cologne to Kalkar.

Where can I stay near Kalkar?

There are 631+ hotels available in Kalkar.

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

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

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Train, bus via Duisburg
best
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Duisburg Hbftrain 41 / ...
2. Take the train from Duisburg Hbf to Empel-Reestrain Re
3. Take the bus from Rees Empel Bf to Kalkar Marktbus X32
2h 28m
€33–68
Drive 115.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Cologne to Kalkarcar 115.8 km
1h 11m
€17–24
Bus
1. Take the bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Mercatorstraße, Duisburgbus
2. Take the bus from DU- Hbf Westeingang to Moers Bahnhofbus 921 / ...
3. Take the bus from Moers Bahnhof to Xanten Bahnhofbus
4h 8m
Train
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Krefeld Hbftrain Re
2. Take the train from Krefeld Hbf to Kleve Bahnhoftrain Re10
2h 43m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Weseltrain Re
2. Take the bus from Wesel Bahnhof to Kalkar Marktbus X27
2h 53m

Cologne to Kalkar by train and bus

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Distance: 134.4 km
Duration: 2h 28m

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

You can take a bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Kalkar Markt via Mercatorstraße, Duisburg, DU- Hbf Westeingang, Moers Bahnhof, and Xanten Bahnhof in around 4h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Koeln Hbf to Kalkar Markt via Krefeld Hbf, Kleve Bahnhof, and Kleve Bahnhof in around 2h 43m.

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