How to get from Krefeld Hbf to Altena by train?

From Krefeld Hbf to Altena by train

To get from Krefeld Hbf to Altena in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia), you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the RE42 train from Krefeld Hbf station to Essen Hbf station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RE16 train and finally take the RE34 train from Witten Hbf station to Altena, Bahnhof station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 1 min. The train schedule from Krefeld Hbf may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Altena on the Moovit app.

121min
Train - RE42RE42
Train - RE16RE16
Train - RE34RE34
Leaves from Krefeld Hbf

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Krefeld Hbf
  • 2
    Train - RE42RE42
    Wait for train
    RE42
    Münster Hauptbahnhof
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Essen Hbf
    32 min
  • 4
    Train - RE16RE16
    Wait for train
    RE16
    Iserl., Stadtbahnhof
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Witten Hbf
    22 min
  • 6
    Train - RE34RE34
    Wait for train
    RE34
    Siegen Hbf
  • 7
    Ride to train station Altena, Bahnhof
    Ride to train station
    Altena, Bahnhof
    33 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Krefeld Hbf to Altena by train via RE42, RE6 and RE34

To get from Krefeld Hbf to Altena in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia), you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the RE42 train from Krefeld Hbf station to Hauptbahnhof - Mülheim station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RE6 train and finally take the RE34 train from Dortmund Hbf station to Altena, Bahnhof station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 1 min. The train schedule from Krefeld Hbf may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Altena on the Moovit app.

121min
Train - RE42RE42
Train - RE6RE6
Train - RE34RE34
Leaves from Krefeld Hbf

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Krefeld Hbf
  • 2
    Train - RE42RE42
    Wait for train
    RE42
    Münster Hauptbahnhof
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Hauptbahnhof - Mülheim
    24 min
  • 4
    Train - RE6RE6
    Wait for train
    RE6
    Minden, Bahnhof
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Dortmund Hbf
    32 min
  • 6
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Dortmund Hbf
    10 m • 1 min
  • 7
    Train - RE34RE34
    Wait for train
    RE34
    Siegen Hbf
  • 8
    Ride to train station Altena, Bahnhof
    Ride to train station
    Altena, Bahnhof
    43 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Krefeld Hbf to Altena

The distance between Krefeld Hbf, NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia) and Altena, NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia) is approximately 108.07 km, which can typically be travelled in 121 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Krefeld Hbf to Altena by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia) – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from Krefeld Hbf to Altena

To check the train schedule from Krefeld Hbf to Altena using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Krefeld Hbf) and destination (Altena), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest train schedules.

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Alternative route from Krefeld Hbf to Altena by train via RE42, RE6 and RE34

To get from Krefeld Hbf to Altena in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia), you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the RE42 train from Krefeld Hbf station to Hauptbahnhof - Mülheim station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RE6 train and finally take the RE34 train from Dortmund Hbf station to Altena, Bahnhof station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 1 min. The train schedule from Krefeld Hbf may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Altena on the Moovit app.

121min
Train - RE42RE42
Train - RE6RE6
Train - RE34RE34
Leaves from Krefeld Hbf

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Krefeld Hbf
  • 2
    Train - RE42RE42
    Wait for train
    RE42
    Münster Hauptbahnhof
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Hauptbahnhof - Mülheim
    24 min
  • 4
    Train - RE6RE6
    Wait for train
    RE6
    Minden, Bahnhof
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Dortmund Hbf
    32 min
  • 6
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Dortmund Hbf
    10 m • 1 min
  • 7
    Train - RE34RE34
    Wait for train
    RE34
    Siegen Hbf
  • 8
    Ride to train station Altena, Bahnhof
    Ride to train station
    Altena, Bahnhof
    43 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Krefeld Hbf to Altena?

    The fastest way takes 121 minutes, using Train line RE42, Train line RE16, Train line RE34.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Krefeld Hbf to Altena?

    The alternative route takes 121 minutes, using Train line RE42, Train line RE6, Train line RE34.

  • Is there a direct train between Krefeld Hbf and Altena?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 1 min.

  • Which train line goes from Krefeld Hbf to Altena?

    The RE42 train line goes from Münster Hauptbahnhof station near Krefeld Hbf in Krefeld to Essen Hbf station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Essen Hbf station near Altena in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia).

  • How long does it take to travel from Krefeld Hbf to Altena by train?

    The total travel time between Krefeld Hbf in Krefeld and Altena in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia) by train is about 2 hr 1 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Krefeld Hbf to get to Altena?

    Get on the RE42 train from the Münster Hauptbahnhof station near Krefeld Hbf in Krefeld.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Krefeld Hbf and Altena?

    Get off the train at the Essen Hbf station, which is closest to Altena in NRW (North Rhine-Westphalia).

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