What is the cheapest way to get from Köln Hbf to Xanten?

The cheapest way to get from Köln Hbf to Xanten is to drive which costs €14 - €21 and takes 1h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Köln Hbf to Xanten?

The fastest way to get from Köln Hbf to Xanten is to drive which takes 1h 2m and costs €14 - €21.

Is there a direct train between Köln Hbf and Xanten?

No, there is no direct train from Köln Hbf to Xanten. However, there are services departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Xanten Bahnhof via Duisburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 5m.

How far is it from Köln Hbf to Xanten?

The distance between Köln Hbf and Xanten is 108 km. The road distance is 98.3 km.

How do I travel from Köln Hbf to Xanten without a car?

The best way to get from Köln Hbf to Xanten without a car is to train which takes 2h 5m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Köln Hbf to Xanten?

It takes approximately 2h 5m to get from Köln Hbf to Xanten, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Köln Hbf to Xanten train from?

Köln Hbf to Xanten train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Hbf station.

Where does the Köln Hbf to Xanten train arrive?

Köln Hbf to Xanten train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Duisburg Hbf station.

Can I drive from Köln Hbf to Xanten?

Yes, the driving distance between Köln Hbf to Xanten is 98 km. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from Köln Hbf to Xanten.

Where can I stay near Xanten?

There are 528+ hotels available in Xanten.

Köln Hbf to Xanten - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Köln Hbf to Xanten by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Duisburg Hbftrain 10 / ...
2. Take the train from Duisburg Hbf to Xanten Bahnhoftrain Rb31
2h 5m
Drive 98.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Köln Hbf to Xantencar 98.3 km
1h 2m
€14–21
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Weseltrain Re
2. Take the bus from Wesel Bahnhof to Xanten Gymnasiumbus X27 / ...
2h 7m

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Distance: 108.2 km
Duration: 2h 5m

What companies run services between Köln Hbf, Germany and Xanten, Germany?

You can take a train from Köln Hbf to Xanten Bahnhof via Duisburg Hbf in around 2h 5m.

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