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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Altena is to drive which costs €11 - €18 and takes 1h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Altena is to drive which takes 1h 16m and costs €11 - €18.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Altena?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Altena. However, there are services departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Altena(Westf) via Hagen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 41m.

How far is it from Cologne to Altena?

The distance between Cologne and Altena is 101 km. The road distance is 85.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Altena without a car is to train via Hagen Hbf which takes 1h 41m and costs €24 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 1h 41m to get from Cologne to Altena, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Altena train from?

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

Where does the Cologne to Altena train arrive?

Cologne to Altena train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Hagen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Altena?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Altena is 85 km. It takes approximately 1h 16m to drive from Cologne to Altena.

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

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Where can I stay near Altena?

There are 676+ hotels available in Altena.

Cologne to Altena - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and line 37 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Cologne to Altena by train, car, or bus

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 Hbf
best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Hagen Hbf19 / ...
2. Take the train from Hagen Hbf to Altena(Westf)Re
1h 41m
€24–49
Drive 85.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Cologne to Altena85.2 km
1h 16m
€12–18
Train, line 37 bus
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Hagen Hbf19 / ...
2. Take the bus from Iserl., Letmathe Bf to Altena, Post37
2h 13m
Train
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Lüd., BahnhofRb25
3h 32m
€16–24

Cologne to Altena by train

168Weekly Trains

1h 41mAverage Duration

€24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 101.4 km
Duration: 1h 41m

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

You can take a train from Köln Hbf to Altena(Westf) via Hagen Hbf in around 1h 41m.

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