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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Externsteine is to drive which costs €28 - €45 and takes 2h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Externsteine is to drive which takes 2h 3m and costs €28 - €45.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Externsteine?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Externsteine. However, there are services departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at H-BM-Horn, Bahnhof via Bielefeld Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.

How far is it from Cologne to Externsteine?

The distance between Cologne and Externsteine is 235 km. The road distance is 200.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Externsteine without a car is to train and line 782 bus which takes 4h 28m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 28m to get from Cologne to Externsteine, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Externsteine train from?

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

Where does the Cologne to Externsteine train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cologne to Externsteine?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Externsteine is 201 km. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from Cologne to Externsteine.

Where can I stay near Externsteine?

There are 473+ hotels available in Externsteine.

Cologne to Externsteine - 4 ways to travel via train, line 782 bus, bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Cologne to Externsteine by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 782 bus
best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Bielefeld Hbftrain 19 / ...
2. Take the train from Bielefeld Hbf to Detmold, Bahnhoftrain
3. Take the bus from Detmold, Bahnhof to Horn-Holzh., Abzw.Externsteinebus 792 / ...
4h 28m
Drive 200.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Cologne to Externsteinecar 200.7 km
2h 3m
€29–42
Bus, train, line 782 bus
1. Take the bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Südviertel, Essenbus
2. Take the bus from Essen Hbf to Bielefeld, Brackwede Bahnhofbus
3. Take the train from Bielefeld Hbf to Detmold, Bahnhoftrain
4. Take the bus from Detmold, Bahnhof to Horn-Holzh., Abzw.Externsteinebus 792 / ...
5h 48m
Train
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Bielefeld Hbftrain 10 / ...
2. Take the train from Bielefeld Hbf to H-BM-Horn, Bahnhoftrain Re82
4h 29m
€44–147

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Distance: 234.9 km
Duration: 4h 28m

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

You can take a train from Köln Hbf to Externsteine via Bielefeld Hbf, H-BM-Horn, Bahnhof, H-BM-Horn, Bahnhof, and Horn-Holzh., Abzw.Externsteine in around 4h 29m.

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