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Trip Summary
102 trains operate daily from Selb to Köthen. The train trip from Selb to Köthen is usually about 6 hours long. However, traveling on the fastest Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train can get you there in as little as 4 hours and 20 minutes.
Distance | 109 mi (176 km) |
Fastest train | 4h 0m |
Lowest price | $27.15 |
Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company |
Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Selb to Köthen?
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company is the one and only train line which connects Selb to Köthen. However, there are 102 trains per day to choose from.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 102 | 5h 32m | $48.32 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Selb to Köthen start from $27, and on average cost . Daily there are 102 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Köthen. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Selb leaves from Erkersreuth and 3 other stations. And in Köthen trains arrive at Arensdorf(Köthen) and one other train station.
From Selb to Köthen train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 5 hours and 32 minutes. If you are looking to get to Köthen faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 4 hours and 0 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Selb and Köthen is approximately 109 miles, or 176 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 6 hours, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 4 hours and 20 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Trains from Selb to Köthen are the most crowded on Sunday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Thursday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Selb at 5:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 11:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 102 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Köthen to Selb.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Selb?
Main departure station: Selb-Plößberg
Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 4 stops and stations in Selb where you can board the train.
All train stations in Selb:
Selb-Plößberg
Erkersreuth
Goetheplatz
Selb Nord
Where is the train station in Köthen?
Main arrival station: Train Station
Köthen receives travelers from Selb at its two active train stations.
All train stations in Köthen:
Train Station
Arensdorf(Köthen)
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