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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Herten is to drive which costs €13 - €20 and takes 1h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Herten is to drive which takes 1h 6m and costs €13 - €20.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Herten?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Herten. However, there are services departing from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis and arriving at Herten Mitte via Herne Wanne-Eickel Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Herten?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Herten. However, there are services departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Recklinghausen Hbf via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 38m.

How far is it from Cologne to Herten?

The distance between Cologne and Herten is 110 km. The road distance is 91.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Herten without a car is to train which takes 1h 38m and costs €19 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 1h 38m to get from Cologne to Herten, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Herten bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cologne to Herten train from?

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

Train or bus from Cologne to Herten?

The best way to get from Cologne to Herten is to train which takes 1h 38m and costs €19 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h 4m.

Where does the Cologne to Herten bus arrive?

Cologne to Herten bus services, operated by OrionBus, arrive at Südviertel, Essen station.

Where does the Cologne to Herten train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cologne to Herten?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Herten is 91 km. It takes approximately 1h 6m to drive from Cologne to Herten.

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

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Where can I stay near Herten?

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There are 5 ways to get from Cologne to Herten by train, bus, car, or train (Eurostar)

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Recklinghausen Hbftrain 35 / ...
1h 38m
€19–40
Train via Essen Hbf
cheapest
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Essen Hbftrain Ice / ...
2. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Herten, Hertentrain S9
2h 8m
€12–70
Bus
1. Take the bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Südviertel, Essenbus Mykolayiv
2. Take the bus from Herne Wanne-Eickel Hbf to Herten Mittebus Sb27 / ...
2h 4m
Drive 91.1 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Hertencar 91.1 km
1h 6m
€14–20
Train via Wuppertal
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Wuppertal Hbftrain 19 / ...
2. Take the train from Wuppertal Hbf to Herten, Hertentrain S9
2h 39m
€20–67

Cologne to Herten by train and bus

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Distance: 110 km
Duration: 1h 38m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Köln Hbf to Recklinghausen Hbf every 3 hours. Tickets cost €19–40 and the journey takes 1h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Herten Mitte via Südviertel, Essen, Essen Hbf, Herne Wanne-Eickel Hbf, and Herne Wanne-Eickel Hbf in around 2h 4m.

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