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

The cheapest way to get from Alfter to Cologne is to line 18 tram which costs €4 - €5 and takes 54 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Alfter to Cologne is to train which takes 16 min and costs €3 - €15.

Is there a direct train between Alfter and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bornheim Roisdorf Bf and arriving at Köln Süd Bf. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 16 min.

How far is it from Alfter to Cologne?

The distance between Alfter and Cologne is 23 km. The road distance is 25.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Alfter to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 16 min and costs €3 - €15.

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

The train from Bornheim Roisdorf Bf to Köln Süd Bf takes 16 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where does the Alfter to Cologne train arrive?

Alfter to Cologne train services, operated by Trans Regio Deutsche Regionalbahn GmbH (MittelrheinBahn), arrive at Köln Süd Bf station.

Can I drive from Alfter to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Alfter to Cologne is 26 km. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from Alfter to Cologne.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1848+ hotels available in Cologne.

Alfter to Cologne - 4 ways to travel via train, taxi, car, and line 18 tram

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There are 4 ways to get from Alfter to Cologne by train, taxi, car, or tram

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bornheim Roisdorf Bf to Köln Süd Bftrain Rb26
16 min
€3–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Alfter to Colognetaxi 25.9 km
24 min
€75–95
Drive 25.9 km
1. Drive from Alfter to Colognecar 25.9 km
24 min
€4–6
Line 18 tram
1. Take the tram from Alfter / Alanus Hochschule to Köln Poststr.tram 18
54 min
€4–5

Alfter to Cologne by train

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Distance: 22.6 km
Duration: 16 min

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

Trans Regio Deutsche Regionalbahn GmbH (MittelrheinBahn) operates a train from Bornheim Roisdorf Bf to Köln Süd Bf hourly. Tickets cost €5–8 and the journey takes 16 min. Two other operators also service this route.

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