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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Elten is to drive which costs €24 - €40 and takes 1h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Elten is to drive which takes 1h 16m and costs €24 - €40.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Elten?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Elten. However, there are services departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Emmerich-Elten via Duisburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 59m.

How far is it from Cologne to Elten?

The distance between Cologne and Elten is 140 km. The road distance is 142.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Elten without a car is to train which takes 1h 59m and costs €23 - €80.

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

It takes approximately 1h 59m to get from Cologne to Elten, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Elten train from?

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

Where does the Cologne to Elten train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cologne to Elten?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Elten is 142 km. It takes approximately 1h 16m to drive from Cologne to Elten.

Where can I stay near Elten?

There are 675+ hotels available in Elten.

Cologne to Elten - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Cologne to Elten by train (Eurostar), 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 Köln Hbf to Duisburg Hbf43 / ...
2. Take the train from Duisburg Hbf to Emmerich-EltenRe / ...
1h 59m
€23–79
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Oberhausen Hbf78 / ...
2. Take the bus from Oberhausen Hbf to Emmerich-Elten2040 / ...
2h 59m
€24–52
Drive 142.1 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Elten142.1 km
1h 16m
€25–36
Train via Koeln Hbf
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Duisburg HbfRe
2. Take the train from Duisburg Hbf to Emmerich-EltenRe / ...
2h 12m
€23–79

Cologne to Elten by train

292Weekly Trains

1h 59mAverage Duration

€23Cheapest Price

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Distance: 140 km
Duration: 1h 59m

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

You can take a train from Köln Hbf to Emmerich-Elten via Duisburg Hbf in around 1h 59m.

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