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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Selm is to drive which costs €15 - €23 and takes 1h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Selm is to drive which takes 1h 29m and costs €15 - €23.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Selm?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Selm. However, there are services departing from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis and arriving at Selm, Seilandstr. via Lünen, ZOB - Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Selm?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Selm. However, there are services departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Beifang, Bahnhof via Dortmund Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 24m.

How far is it from Cologne to Selm?

The distance between Cologne and Selm is 141 km. The road distance is 108.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Selm without a car is to train which takes 2h 24m and costs €25 - €85.

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

It takes approximately 2h 24m to get from Cologne to Selm, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Selm bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cologne to Selm train from?

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

Train or bus from Cologne to Selm?

The best way to get from Cologne to Selm is to train which takes 2h 24m and costs €25 - €85. Alternatively, you can bus and line 211 bus, which costs and takes 2h 50m.

Where does the Cologne to Selm bus arrive?

Cologne to Selm bus services, operated by OrionBus, arrive at Dortmund station.

Where does the Cologne to Selm train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cologne to Selm?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Selm is 109 km. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from Cologne to Selm.

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

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Where can I stay near Selm?

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Cologne to Selm - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 211 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Dortmund Hbftrain 10 / ...
2. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Beifang, Bahnhoftrain Rb51
2h 24m
€26–83
Drive 108.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Cologne to Selmcar 108.5 km
1h 29m
€16–23
Bus, line 211 bus
1. Take the bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Dortmundbus Mykolayiv
2. Take the bus from Lünen, ZOB - Hbf to Selm, Seilandstr.bus 211 / ...
2h 50m
Train #2
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Dortmund Hbftrain 10 / ...
2. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Beifang, Bahnhoftrain Rb51
2h 24m
€26–83
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Kamentrain Re
2. Take the bus from Kamen, Bahnhof to Selm, Schulzentrum/St. Josefbus X9
3h 46m

Cologne to Selm by train

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2h 24mAverage Duration

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Distance: 140.8 km
Duration: 2h 24m

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

You can take a train from Köln Hbf to Beifang, Bahnhof via Dortmund Hbf in around 2h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Selm, Seilandstr. via Dortmund, Dortmund Hbf, Lünen, ZOB - Hbf, and Lünen, ZOB - Hbf in around 2h 50m.

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