What is the cheapest way to get from Cologne to Castrop-Rauxel?

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Castrop-Rauxel is to drive which costs €12 - €18 and takes 57 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Cologne to Castrop-Rauxel?

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Castrop-Rauxel is to drive which takes 57 min and costs €12 - €18.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Castrop-Rauxel?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Castrop-Rauxel. However, there are services departing from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis and arriving at Castrop Betriebshof via Dortmund, Dortmunder U and Dortmund Kirchlinde Zentrum. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Castrop-Rauxel?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Castrop-Rauxel. However, there are services departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Castrop-Rauxel Hbf via Duisburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 24m.

How far is it from Cologne to Castrop-Rauxel?

The distance between Cologne and Castrop-Rauxel is 105 km. The road distance is 86.8 km.

How do I travel from Cologne to Castrop-Rauxel without a car?

The best way to get from Cologne to Castrop-Rauxel without a car is to train which takes 1h 24m and costs €20 - €80.

How long does it take to get from Cologne to Castrop-Rauxel?

It takes approximately 1h 24m to get from Cologne to Castrop-Rauxel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Castrop-Rauxel bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cologne to Castrop-Rauxel train from?

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

Train or bus from Cologne to Castrop-Rauxel?

The best way to get from Cologne to Castrop-Rauxel is to train which takes 1h 24m and costs €20 - €80. Alternatively, you can bus and line 460 bus and line 480 bus, which costs and takes 2h 20m.

Where does the Cologne to Castrop-Rauxel bus arrive?

Cologne to Castrop-Rauxel bus services, operated by OrionBus, arrive at Dortmund station.

Where does the Cologne to Castrop-Rauxel train arrive?

Cologne to Castrop-Rauxel train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Duisburg Hbf station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Castrop-Rauxel?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Castrop-Rauxel is 87 km. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Cologne to Castrop-Rauxel.

How do I get a train ticket from Cologne to Castrop-Rauxel?

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Cologne to Castrop-Rauxel - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 460 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Cologne to Castrop-Rauxel by train (Eurostar), bus, car, or train

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Duisburg Hbftrain 43 / ...
2. Take the train from Duisburg Hbf to Castrop-Rauxel Hbftrain Re3
1h 24m
€20–76
Drive 86.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Cologne to Castrop-Rauxelcar 86.8 km
57 min
€13–18
Bus, line 460 bus, line 480 bus
1. Take the bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Dortmundbus
2. Take the bus from Dortmund, Dortmunder U to Dortmund Kirchlinde Zentrumbus 460
3. Take the bus from Dortmund Kirchlinde Zentrum to Castrop Betriebshofbus 480
2h 20m
Train, line 353 bus
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Bochum Hbftrain Re
2. Take the bus from Bochum Hbf/Boulevard to Castrop-Rauxel Münsterplatzbus 353
2h 39m

Cologne to Castrop-Rauxel by train

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Map of how to get from Cologne to Castrop-Rauxel.

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Distance: 105.4 km
Duration: 1h 24m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Castrop-Rauxel, Germany?

You can take a train from Köln Hbf to Castrop-Rauxel Hbf via Duisburg Hbf in around 1h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Castrop Betriebshof via Dortmund, Dortmund, Dortmunder U, and Dortmund Kirchlinde Zentrum in around 2h 20m.

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