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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Balve is to drive which costs €14 - €21 and takes 1h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Balve is to drive which takes 1h 29m and costs €14 - €21.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Balve?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Balve. However, there are services departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Balve, Bahnhof via Hagen Hbf and Fröndenberg, Bahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.

How far is it from Cologne to Balve?

The distance between Cologne and Balve is 119 km. The road distance is 99.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Balve without a car is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs €28 - €75.

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

It takes approximately 3h 9m to get from Cologne to Balve, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Balve train from?

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

Train or bus from Cologne to Balve?

The best way to get from Cologne to Balve is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs €28 - €75. Alternatively, you can bus and line 132 bus, which costs and takes 3h 47m.

Where does the Cologne to Balve train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cologne to Balve?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Balve is 99 km. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from Cologne to Balve.

Where can I stay near Balve?

There are 575+ hotels available in Balve.

Cologne to Balve - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 132 bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Cologne to Balve 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
best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Hagen Hbftrain 43 / ...
2. Take the train from Hagen Hbf to Fröndenberg, Bahnhoftrain
3. Take the train from Fröndenberg, Bahnhof to Balve, Bahnhoftrain
3h 9m
€28–75
Drive 99.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Cologne to Balvecar 99.3 km
1h 29m
€15–21
Bus, line 132 bus
1. Take the bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Dortmundbus Mykolayiv
2. Take the bus from Fröndenberg, Bahnhof P+R to Balve, Abzw. Bahnhofbus 132
3h 47m
Train via Hagen Hbf
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Hagen Hbftrain 43 / ...
2. Take the train from Hagen Hbf to Fröndenberg, Bahnhoftrain
3. Take the train from Fröndenberg, Bahnhof to Balve, Bahnhoftrain
3h 13m
€28–75
Train #2
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Unnatrain Re
2. Take the train from Fröndenberg, Bahnhof to Balve, Bahnhoftrain Rb54
3h 24m
€29–43

Cologne to Balve by train

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3h 9mAverage Duration

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Distance: 119.3 km
Duration: 3h 9m

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

You can take a train from Köln Hbf to Balve, Bahnhof via Hagen Hbf and Fröndenberg, Bahnhof in around 3h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Balve, Abzw. Bahnhof via Dortmund, Dortmund Hbf, Fröndenberg, Bahnhof, and Fröndenberg, Bahnhof P+R in around 3h 47m.

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