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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Selb is to bus which costs €45 - €75 and takes 10h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Selb is to drive which takes 4h 47m and costs €65 - €95.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Selb?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Selb. However, there are services departing from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf and arriving at Selb Stadt via Würzburg Hbf, Bamberg and Hof Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 29m.

How far is it from Cologne to Selb?

The distance between Cologne and Selb is 574 km. The road distance is 474.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Selb without a car is to train which takes 7h 11m and costs €50 - €130.

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

It takes approximately 7h 11m to get from Cologne to Selb, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Selb train from?

Cologne to Selb train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.

Train or bus from Cologne to Selb?

The best way to get from Cologne to Selb is to train which takes 7h 11m and costs €50 - €130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €45 - €75 and takes 10h 36m.

Where does the Cologne to Selb train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cologne to Selb?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Selb is 475 km. It takes approximately 4h 47m to drive from Cologne to Selb.

Where can I stay near Selb?

There are 518+ hotels available in Selb.

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

There are 7 ways to get from Cologne to Selb by train, bus, 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
best
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Nürnberg Hbftrain 41 / ...
2. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Marktredwitztrain Re41
7h 11m
€51–125
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Frankfurt(Main)Hbftrain Ice
2. Take the bus from Frankfurt central train station to Marktredwitz stationbus 068
9h 12m
€44–133
Drive 474.9 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Selbcar 474.9 km
4h 47m
€66–96
Fly Cologne Bonn Airport to Munich International Airport, train
1. Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Munich International Airport (MUC)plane CGN - MUC
2. Take the train from Muenchen Flughafen Terminal to Regensburg Hbftrain
3. Take the train from Regensburg Hbf to Marktredwitztrain
7h 25m
€114–317
Train via Würzburg
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Würzburg Hbftrain 41 / ...
2. Take the train from Würzburg Hbf to Bambergtrain
3. Take the train from Bamberg to Hof Hbftrain
7h 29m
€65–154
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cologne Airport CGN to Frankfurt central train stationbus 068 / ...
2. Take the bus from Frankfurt central train station to Marktredwitz stationbus 068
10h 36m
€45–71
Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly to Dresden Airport, train
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to D-Flughafen Bftrain
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Dresden Airport (DRS)plane DUS - DRS
3. Take the train from Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Hof Hbftrain
8h 13m

Cologne to Selb by train and bus

63Weekly Services

7h 11mAverage Duration

€51Cheapest Price

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Distance: 573.6 km
Duration: 7h 11m

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

You can take a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Selb Stadt via Nürnberg Hbf, Marktredwitz, and Marktredwitz in around 7h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Selb Stadt via Flughafen Köln/Bonn Bf, Cologne Airport CGN, Frankfurt central train station, and Marktredwitz in around 10h 36m.

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