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

The cheapest way to get from Salzkotten to Cologne is to drive which costs €23 - €35 and takes 1h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Salzkotten to Cologne is to drive which takes 1h 36m and costs €23 - €35.

Is there a direct train between Salzkotten and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Salzkotten to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Salzkotten, Bahnhof and arriving at Köln Hbf via Hamm. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 56m.

How far is it from Salzkotten to Cologne?

The distance between Salzkotten and Cologne is 212 km. The road distance is 166.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Salzkotten to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs €30 - €75.

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

It takes approximately 2h 56m to get from Salzkotten to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Salzkotten to Cologne train from?

Salzkotten to Cologne train services, operated by Eurobahn, depart from Salzkotten, Bahnhof station.

Where does the Salzkotten to Cologne train arrive?

Salzkotten to Cologne train services, operated by Eurobahn, arrive at Hamm station.

Can I drive from Salzkotten to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Salzkotten to Cologne is 167 km. It takes approximately 1h 36m to drive from Salzkotten to Cologne.

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

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Salzkotten to Cologne - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Salzkotten to Cologne by train, bus, 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 Salzkotten, Bahnhof to Hammtrain Rb89
2. Take the train from Hamm to Köln Hbftrain 10 / ...
2h 56m
€32–74
Drive 166.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Salzkotten to Colognecar 166.7 km
1h 36m
€24–34
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Salzkotten, Bahnhof to Hammtrain Rb89
2. Take the bus from Dortmund to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleisbus Mykolayiv
3h 18m
Train via Hamm
1. Take the train from Salzkotten, Bahnhof to Hammtrain Rb89
2. Take the train from Hamm(Westf)Hbf to Koeln Hbftrain Re
3h 7m
€40–59

Salzkotten to Cologne by train

154Weekly Trains

2h 56mAverage Duration

€32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 211.7 km
Duration: 2h 56m

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

You can take a train from Salzkotten, Bahnhof to Köln Hbf via Hamm in around 2h 56m.

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