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 Koeln Hbf and arriving at Brilon-Stadt, Bahnhof via Schwerte, Bahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.

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 which takes 3h 35m and costs €30 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 3h 35m 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 National Express, depart from Koeln Hbf station.

Where does the Cologne to Brilon train arrive?

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

Where can I stay near Brilon?

There are 2025+ hotels available in Brilon.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Cologne to Brilon 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)train Re
2. Take the train from Schwerte, Bahnhof to Brilon-Stadt, Bahnhoftrain Re17 / ...
3h 35m
€32–46
Drive 154.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Cologne to Briloncar 154.4 km
2h 5m
€22–32
Train via Hagen
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Hagen Hbftrain 43 / ...
2. Take the train from Hagen Hbf to Olsberg, Bahnhoftrain Re17
3h 53m
€29–74
Train via Bestwig, Bahnhof
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Hagen Hbftrain 43 / ...
2. Take the train from Hagen Hbf to Bestwig, Bahnhoftrain Re17 / ...
4h 25m
€28–73

Cologne to Brilon by train

45Weekly Trains

3h 35mAverage Duration

€32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 178.2 km
Duration: 3h 35m

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

You can take a train from Koeln Hbf to Brilon-Stadt, Bahnhof via Schwerte, Bahnhof in around 3h 35m.

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