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 28m.

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 28m 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 Koeln Hbf and arriving at Balve, Bahnhof via Schwerte, Bahnhof and Fröndenberg, Bahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 5m.

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 5m and costs €30 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 3h 5m 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 National Express, depart from Koeln Hbf station.

Where does the Cologne to Balve train arrive?

Cologne to Balve train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Schwerte(Ruhr) station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Balve?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Balve is 99 km. It takes approximately 1h 28m to drive from Cologne to Balve.

Where can I stay near Balve?

There are 558+ hotels available in Balve.

Cologne to Balve - 4 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Cologne to Balve by train 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 Koeln Hbf to Schwerte(Ruhr)Re
2. Take the train from Fröndenberg, Bahnhof to Balve, BahnhofRb54
3h 5m
€30–44
Drive 99.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Cologne to Balve99.3 km
1h 28m
€15–21
Train via Hagen Hbf
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Hagen Hbf10 / ...
2. Take the train from Hagen Hbf to Fröndenberg, Bahnhof
3. Take the train from Fröndenberg, Bahnhof to Balve, Bahnhof
3h 6m
€33–49
Train #2
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Lüd., BahnhofRb25
5h 3m
€16–24

Cologne to Balve by train

101Weekly Trains

3h 5mAverage Duration

€30Cheapest Price

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Distance: 119.3 km
Duration: 3h 5m

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

You can take a train from Koeln Hbf to Balve, Bahnhof via Schwerte, Bahnhof and Fröndenberg, Bahnhof in around 3h 5m.

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