What is the cheapest way to get from Balve to Altena?

The cheapest way to get from Balve to Altena is to drive which costs €2 - €4 and takes 23 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Balve to Altena?

The fastest way to get from Balve to Altena is to taxi which takes 23 min and costs €40 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Balve and Altena?

No, there is no direct bus from Balve to Altena. However, there are services departing from Balve, Bahnhof and arriving at Altena, Am Markaner ZOB via Neuenrade, Mitte. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Balve and Altena?

No, there is no direct train from Balve to Altena. However, there are services departing from Balve, Bahnhof and arriving at Altena(Westf) via Fröndenberg, Bahnhof and Hagen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.

How far is it from Balve to Altena?

The distance between Balve and Altena is 25 km. The road distance is 18.9 km.

How do I travel from Balve to Altena without a car?

The best way to get from Balve to Altena without a car is to train and line 60 bus which takes 1h 34m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Balve to Altena?

It takes approximately 1h 34m to get from Balve to Altena, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balve to Altena bus from?

Balve to Altena bus services, operated by Märkische VG, depart from Balve, Bahnhof station.

Where do I catch the Balve to Altena train from?

Balve to Altena train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Balve, Bahnhof station.

Train or bus from Balve to Altena?

The best way to get from Balve to Altena is to train which takes 2h 31m and costs €21 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus and line 260 bus, which costs and takes 1h 42m.

Where does the Balve to Altena bus arrive?

Balve to Altena bus services, operated by Märkische VG, arrive at Neuenrade, Mitte station.

Where does the Balve to Altena train arrive?

Balve to Altena train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Fröndenberg, Bahnhof station.

Can I drive from Balve to Altena?

Yes, the driving distance between Balve to Altena is 19 km. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Balve to Altena.

Where can I stay near Altena?

There are 690+ hotels available in Altena.

Balve to Altena - 5 ways to travel via train, line 60 bus, taxi, car, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Balve to Altena by train, bus, taxi, 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, line 60 bus
best
1. Take the train from Balve, Bahnhof to Neuenrade, Bahnhoftrain Rb54
2. Take the bus from Neuenrade, Bahnhof to Werdohl, Bahnhofbus 60 / ...
1h 34m
Drive 18.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Balve to Altenacar 18.9 km
23 min
€3–4
Train
1. Take the train from Balve, Bahnhof to Fröndenberg, Bahnhoftrain
2. Take the train from Fröndenberg, Bahnhof to Hagen Hbftrain
3. Take the train from Hagen Hbf to Altena(Westf)train Re / ...
2h 31m
€22–36
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Balve to Altenataxi 18.9 km
23 min
€40–50
Bus, line 260 bus
1. Take the bus from Balve, Bahnhof to Neuenrade, Mittebus Alf67
2. Take the bus from Neuenrade, Mitte to Altena, Am Markaner ZOBbus 260
1h 42m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 25.1 km
Duration: 1h 34m

What companies run services between Balve, Germany and Altena, Germany?

You can take a train from Balve, Bahnhof to Altena(Westf) via Fröndenberg, Bahnhof and Hagen Hbf in around 2h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Balve, Bahnhof to Altena, Am Markaner ZOB via Neuenrade, Mitte in around 1h 42m.

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