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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Rinteln is to drive which costs €30 - €50 and takes 2h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Rinteln is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs €30 - €50.

How far is it from Cologne to Rinteln?

The distance between Cologne and Rinteln is 255 km. The road distance is 232.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Rinteln without a car is to train via Dortmund which takes 3h 52m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 52m to get from Cologne to Rinteln, including transfers.

Can I drive from Cologne to Rinteln?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Rinteln is 233 km. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Cologne to Rinteln.

Where can I stay near Rinteln?

There are 739+ hotels available in Rinteln.

Cologne to Rinteln - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Cologne to Rinteln by train or car

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Train via Dortmund
best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Dortmund Hbf43 / ...
2. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Herford, Bahnhof/ZOB55 / ...
3. Take the train from Herford to RintelnRe
3h 52m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to HerfordRe
4h 23m
€30–60
Drive 232.9 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Rinteln232.9 km
2h 15m
€34–48

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Distance: 254.9 km
Duration: 3h 52m

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

You can take a train from Köln Hbf to Rinteln Kollegienplatz via Dortmund Hbf, Herford, Rinteln, and Rinteln Bahnhof in around 3h 52m.

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