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

The cheapest way to get from Herten to Cologne is to rideshare which costs €6 and takes 1h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Herten to Cologne is to drive which takes 1h 2m and costs €13 - €19.

Is there a direct train between Herten and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Herten to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Recklinghausen Hbf and arriving at Köln Hbf via Essen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 3m.

How far is it from Herten to Cologne?

The distance between Herten and Cologne is 108 km. The road distance is 91.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Herten to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 2h 3m and costs €26 - €95.

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

It takes approximately 2h 3m to get from Herten to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Herten to Cologne train from?

Herten to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Recklinghausen Hbf station.

Where does the Herten to Cologne train arrive?

Herten to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Essen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Herten to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Herten to Cologne is 92 km. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from Herten to Cologne.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1740+ hotels available in Cologne.

Can I share a ride from Herten to Cologne?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Herten and Cologne. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Herten to Cologne - 4 ways to travel via train, rideshare, and line 306 tram

There are 4 ways to get from Herten to Cologne by train (Eurostar), rideshare, tram, train, or car

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 Recklinghausen Hbf to Essen HbfRe42 / ...
2. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Köln Hbf10 / ...
2h 3m
€26–93
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Herten to Cologne91.4 km
1h 22m
€6
Line 306 tram, train
1. Take the tram from HER Wanne-Eickel Hbf to Bochum Hbf306 / ...
2. Take the train from Bochum Hbf to Koeln HbfRe
2h 52m
€8–37
Drive 91.9 km
1. Drive from Herten to Cologne91.9 km
1h 2m
€14–19

Herten to Cologne by train

157Weekly Trains

2h 3mAverage Duration

€26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 108.4 km
Duration: 2h 3m

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

You can take a train from Recklinghausen Hbf to Köln Hbf via Essen Hbf in around 2h 3m.

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