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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Brakel is to drive which costs €29 - €45 and takes 2h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Brakel is to drive which takes 2h 11m and costs €29 - €45.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Brakel?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Brakel. However, there are services departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Brakel, Bahnhof via Dortmund Hbf and Altenbeken. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.

How far is it from Cologne to Brakel?

The distance between Cologne and Brakel is 242 km. The road distance is 213.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Brakel without a car is to train which takes 3h 52m and costs €35 - €120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 52m to get from Cologne to Brakel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Brakel train from?

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

Where does the Cologne to Brakel train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cologne to Brakel?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Brakel is 214 km. It takes approximately 2h 11m to drive from Cologne to Brakel.

Where can I stay near Brakel?

There are 425+ hotels available in Brakel.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Cologne to Brakel by train (Eurostar), car, or train

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 Dortmund Hbf43 / ...
2. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to AltenbekenRe
3h 52m
€39–118
Drive 213.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Cologne to Brakel213.5 km
2h 11m
€30–44
Train via Hamm
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Hamm(Westf)HbfRe
2. Take the train from Hamm(Westf)Hbf to Paderborn HbfRe
3h 54m
€46–76
Train via Hamm #2
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Hamm(Westf)HbfRe
2. Take the train from Hamm to Sk-Scharmede, BahnhofRb89
4h 37m
€52–75

Cologne to Brakel by train

128Weekly Trains

3h 52mAverage Duration

€39Cheapest Price

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Distance: 241.7 km
Duration: 3h 52m

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

You can take a train from Köln Hbf to Brakel, Bahnhof via Dortmund Hbf and Altenbeken in around 3h 52m.

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