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

The cheapest way to get from Herten to Cologne is to rideshare which costs €6 and takes 1h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Herten to Cologne is to drive which takes 1h 2m and costs €13 - €19.

Is there a direct bus between Herten and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Herten to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Herten Mitte and arriving at Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis via Südviertel, Essen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Herten and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Herten to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Herten, Herten and arriving at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Essen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 1m.

How far is it from Herten to Cologne?

The distance between Herten and Cologne is 114 km. The road distance is 91.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Herten to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 2h 1m and costs €22 - €80.

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

It takes approximately 2h 1m to get from Herten to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Herten to Cologne bus from?

Herten to Cologne bus services, operated by Vestische Strassenbahnen GmbH, depart from Herten Mitte station.

Where do I catch the Herten to Cologne train from?

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

Train or bus from Herten to Cologne?

The best way to get from Herten to Cologne is to train which takes 2h 1m and costs €22 - €80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h 40m.

Where does the Herten to Cologne bus arrive?

Herten to Cologne bus services, operated by Vestische Strassenbahnen GmbH, arrive at Herne Wanne-Eickel Hbf station.

Where does the Herten to Cologne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Herten to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Herten to Cologne is 92 km. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from Herten to Cologne.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1851+ hotels available in Cologne.

Can I share a ride from Herten to Cologne?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Herten and Cologne. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Herten to Cologne - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Herten to Cologne by train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Herten, Herten to Essen Hbftrain S9
2. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 41 / ...
2h 1m
€22–79
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Herten to Colognerideshare 91.4 km
1h 22m
€6
Bus
1. Take the bus from Herten Mitte to Herne Wanne-Eickel Hbfbus Sb27 / ...
2. Take the bus from Südviertel, Essen to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleisbus Mykolayiv
2h 40m
Train via Wuppertal
1. Take the train from Herten, Herten to Wuppertal Hbftrain S9
2. Take the train from Wuppertal Hbf to Köln Hbftrain 19 / ...
2h 5m
€27–72
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Herten Mitte to Herne Wanne-Eickel Hbfbus Sb27 / ...
2. Take the train from Herne-Wanne-Eickel Hbf to Koeln Messe/Deutztrain Re
2h 21m
Drive 91.9 km
1. Drive from Herten to Colognecar 91.9 km
1h 2m
€13–19

Herten to Cologne by train

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Distance: 114.4 km
Duration: 2h 1m

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

You can take a train from Herten, Herten to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Essen Hbf in around 2h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Herten Mitte to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis via Herne Wanne-Eickel Hbf, Herne Wanne-Eickel Hbf, Essen Hbf, and Südviertel, Essen in around 2h 40m.

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