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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Brilon is to drive which costs €21 - €35 and takes 2h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Brilon is to drive which takes 2h 5m and costs €21 - €35.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Brilon?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Brilon. However, there are services departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Brilon-Stadt, Bahnhof via Hagen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.

How far is it from Cologne to Brilon?

The distance between Cologne and Brilon is 178 km. The road distance is 154.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Brilon without a car is to train via Hagen which takes 3h 23m and costs €30 - €80.

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

It takes approximately 3h 23m to get from Cologne to Brilon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Brilon train from?

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

Where does the Cologne to Brilon train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cologne to Brilon?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Brilon is 154 km. It takes approximately 2h 5m to drive from Cologne to Brilon.

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

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Where can I stay near Brilon?

There are 2039+ hotels available in Brilon.

Cologne to Brilon - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Cologne to Brilon by train or car

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Train via Hagen
best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Hagen Hbftrain 43 / ...
2. Take the train from Hagen Hbf to Brilon-Stadt, Bahnhoftrain Re17 / ...
3h 23m
€31–77
Drive 154.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Cologne to Briloncar 154.4 km
2h 5m
€22–31
Train
1. Take the train from Köln Süd Bf to Brilon Wald, Bahnhoftrain Drf
4h 18m

Cologne to Brilon by train

47Weekly Trains

3h 23mAverage Duration

€31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 178.1 km
Duration: 3h 23m

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

You can take a train from Köln Hbf to Brilon-Stadt, Bahnhof via Hagen Hbf in around 3h 23m.

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