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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Hamelin is to drive which costs €30 - €50 and takes 2h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Hamelin is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Hamelin?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Hamelin. However, there are services departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Hameln via Bielefeld Hbf and Loehne(Westf). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from Cologne to Hamelin?

The distance between Cologne and Hamelin is 263 km. The road distance is 245 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Hamelin without a car is to train via Werther which takes 3h 40m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from Cologne to Hamelin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Hamelin train from?

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

Where does the Cologne to Hamelin train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cologne to Hamelin?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Hamelin is 245 km. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Cologne to Hamelin.

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

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Where can I stay near Hamelin?

There are 614+ hotels available in Hamelin.

Cologne to Hamelin - 7 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Cologne to Hamelin by train, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Werther
best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Bielefeld Hbftrain 19 / ...
2. Take the train from Loehne(Westf) to Hamelntrain Rb
3h 40m
Drive 245 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Cologne to Hamelincar 245 km
2h 42m
€35–51
Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to D-Flughafen Bftrain
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Hannover Airport (HAJ)plane DUS - HAJ
3. Take the train from Langenhagen Flughafen to Hameln, Bahnhoftrain
6h 15m
Train
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Herfordtrain Re
2. Take the train from Herford to Hamelntrain Rb
4h 32m
Train via Hamm
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Hamm(Westf)Hbftrain Re
2. Take the train from Hamm to Sk-Scharmede, Bahnhoftrain
3. Take the train from Paderborn, Hauptbahnhof to Hameln, Bahnhoftrain S5
5h 23m
Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport, train
1. Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Hannover Airport (HAJ)plane CGN - HAJ
2. Take the train from Langenhagen Flughafen to Hameln, Bahnhoftrain
5h 54m
Train to Frankfurt, fly, train
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Hannover Airport (HAJ)plane FRA - HAJ
3. Take the train from Langenhagen Flughafen to Hameln, Bahnhoftrain
4h 21m

Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Hannover Airport (HAJ) flights

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Distance: 263 km
Duration: 3h 40m

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

You can take a train from Köln Hbf to Hameln via Bielefeld Hbf and Loehne(Westf) in around 3h 40m.

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