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

The cheapest way to get from Almelo to Cologne is to drive which costs €30 - €50 and takes 2h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Almelo to Cologne is to drive which takes 2h 7m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct train between Almelo and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Almelo to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Almelo and arriving at Köln Hbf via Deventer and Arnhem Centraal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.

How far is it from Almelo to Cologne?

The distance between Almelo and Cologne is 245 km. The road distance is 184.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Almelo to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs €45 - €110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 3m to get from Almelo to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Almelo to Cologne train from?

Almelo to Cologne train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Deventer station.

Where does the Almelo to Cologne train arrive?

Almelo to Cologne train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Arnhem Centraal station.

Can I drive from Almelo to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Almelo to Cologne is 184 km. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Almelo to Cologne.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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Almelo to Cologne - 4 ways to travel via train, night train, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Almelo to Cologne by train, night train, car, or train (Eurostar)

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 Deventer to Arnhem CentraalIntercity
2. Take the train from Arnhem Centraal to Köln HbfIce / ...
4h 3m
€46–105
Train via Dortmund
cheapest
1. Take the train from Enschede to Dortmund HbfRb51
2. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Koeln HbfRe
4h 27m
€29–152
Night train
1. Take the night train from Deventer to Koeln HbfNj
4h 56m
€44–269
Drive 184.5 km
1. Drive from Almelo to Cologne184.5 km
2h 7m
€33–48

Almelo to Cologne by train

87Weekly Trains

4h 3mAverage Duration

€46Cheapest Price

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Distance: 245.2 km
Duration: 4h 3m

What companies run services between Almelo, Netherlands and Cologne, Germany?

You can take a train from Almelo to Köln Hbf via Deventer and Arnhem Centraal in around 4h 3m.

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