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

The cheapest way to get from Ahlen to Cologne is to drive which costs €18 - €27 and takes 1h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ahlen to Cologne is to drive which takes 1h 22m and costs €18 - €27.

Is there a direct train between Ahlen and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ahlen(Westf) and arriving at Koeln Hbf. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 16m.

How far is it from Ahlen to Cologne?

The distance between Ahlen and Cologne is 137 km. The road distance is 133.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Ahlen to Cologne without a car is to train via Dortmund which takes 1h 56m and costs €25 - €90.

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

It takes approximately 1h 56m to get from Ahlen to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ahlen to Cologne train from?

Ahlen to Cologne train services, operated by National Express, depart from Ahlen(Westf) station.

Where does the Ahlen to Cologne train arrive?

Ahlen to Cologne train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Dortmund Hbf station.

Can I drive from Ahlen to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Ahlen to Cologne is 133 km. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from Ahlen to Cologne.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Ahlen to Cologne by train (Eurostar), train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Dortmund
best
1. Take the train from Ahlen(Westf) to Dortmund HbfRe
2. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Köln Hbf43 / ...
1h 56m
€25–88
Drive 133.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ahlen to Cologne133.1 km
1h 22m
€19–27
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ahlen(Westf) to Dortmund HbfRe
2. Take the bus from Dortmund Stadthaus to Köln Hbf
2h 55m
Train
1. Take the train from Ahlen(Westf) to Koeln HbfRe
2h 16m
€28–40

Ahlen to Cologne by train

206Weekly Trains

1h 56mAverage Duration

€25Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 137.3 km
Duration: 1h 56m

What companies run services between Ahlen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany and Cologne, Germany?

You can take a train from Ahlen(Westf) to Köln Hbf via Dortmund Hbf in around 1h 56m.

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