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

The cheapest way to get from Brilon to Cologne is to drive which costs €21 - €35 and takes 2h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brilon to Cologne is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs €21 - €35.

Is there a direct train between Brilon and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Brilon to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Brilon-Stadt, Bahnhof and arriving at Köln Hbf via Hagen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.

How far is it from Brilon to Cologne?

The distance between Brilon and Cologne is 178 km. The road distance is 154.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Brilon to Cologne without a car is to train via Hagen which takes 3h 1m and costs €40 - €80.

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

It takes approximately 3h 1m to get from Brilon to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brilon to Cologne train from?

Brilon to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Brilon-Stadt, Bahnhof station.

Where does the Brilon to Cologne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Brilon to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Brilon to Cologne is 155 km. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Brilon to Cologne.

Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1813+ hotels available in Cologne.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Brilon to Cologne by 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 Hagen
best
1. Take the train from Brilon-Stadt, Bahnhof to Hagen Hbftrain Re17
2. Take the train from Hagen Hbf to Köln Hbftrain 19 / ...
3h 1m
€44–76
Drive 154.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Brilon to Colognecar 154.8 km
2h 6m
€22–32
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Bestwig, Bahnhof to Dortmund Hbftrain Re57 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dortmund to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleisbus Mykolayiv
4h 14m
Train
1. Take the train from Brilon Wald, Bahnhof to Köln Süd Bftrain Drf
4h 30m

Brilon to Cologne by train

44Weekly Trains

3h 1mAverage Duration

€44Cheapest Price

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Distance: 178.2 km
Duration: 3h 1m

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

You can take a train from Brilon-Stadt, Bahnhof to Köln Hbf via Hagen Hbf in around 3h 1m.

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