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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Bestwig is to drive which costs €20 - €29 and takes 1h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Bestwig is to drive which takes 1h 48m and costs €20 - €29.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Bestwig?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Bestwig. However, there are services departing from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis and arriving at Bestwig, Bahnhof via Dortmund central bus station and Meschede, Bahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Bestwig?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Bestwig. However, there are services departing from Koeln Hbf and arriving at Bestwig, Bahnhof via Schwerte, Bahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 43m.

How far is it from Cologne to Bestwig?

The distance between Cologne and Bestwig is 157 km. The road distance is 140.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Bestwig without a car is to train which takes 2h 43m and costs €29 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 2h 43m to get from Cologne to Bestwig, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Bestwig bus from?

Cologne to Bestwig bus services, operated by OrionBus, depart from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis station.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Bestwig train from?

Cologne to Bestwig train services, operated by National Express, depart from Koeln Hbf station.

Train or bus from Cologne to Bestwig?

The best way to get from Cologne to Bestwig is to train which takes 2h 43m and costs €29 - €45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 28m.

Where does the Cologne to Bestwig bus arrive?

Cologne to Bestwig bus services, operated by OrionBus, arrive at Dortmund station.

Where does the Cologne to Bestwig train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cologne to Bestwig?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Bestwig is 141 km. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from Cologne to Bestwig.

Where can I stay near Bestwig?

There are 2281+ hotels available in Bestwig.

Cologne to Bestwig - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Cologne to Bestwig 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 Koeln Hbf to Schwerte(Ruhr)train Re
2. Take the train from Schwerte, Bahnhof to Bestwig, Bahnhoftrain Re17 / ...
2h 43m
€29–43
Drive 140.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Cologne to Bestwigcar 140.8 km
1h 48m
€20–29
Bus
1. Take the bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Dortmundbus Mykolayiv
2. Take the bus from Dortmund central bus station to Meschede bus stationbus 056
4h 28m
Train via Hagen
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Hagen Hbftrain 43 / ...
2. Take the train from Hagen Hbf to Bestwig, Bahnhoftrain Re17
2h 43m
€28–73
Train via Hagen #2
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Hagen Hbftrain 43 / ...
2. Take the train from Hagen Hbf to Bestwig, Bahnhoftrain Re17 / ...
3h 2m
€28–73

Cologne to Bestwig by train

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Distance: 156.6 km
Duration: 2h 43m

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

You can take a train from Koeln Hbf to Bestwig, Bahnhof via Schwerte, Bahnhof in around 2h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Bestwig, Bahnhof via Dortmund, Dortmund central bus station, and Meschede, Bahnhof in around 4h 28m.

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