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

The cheapest way to get from Arnhem to Cologne is to bus and train which costs €20 - €55 and takes 2h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Arnhem to Cologne is to drive which takes 1h 30m and costs €28 - €45.

Is there a direct train between Arnhem and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Arnhem Centraal and arriving at Köln Hbf. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 37m.

How far is it from Arnhem to Cologne?

The distance between Arnhem and Cologne is 162 km. The road distance is 162.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Arnhem to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 1h 37m and costs €26 - €85.

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

The train from Arnhem Centraal to Cologne Hbf takes 1h 37m including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Arnhem to Cologne train from?

Arnhem to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Arnhem Centraal station.

Where does the Arnhem to Cologne train arrive?

Arnhem to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Köln Hbf station.

Can I drive from Arnhem to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Arnhem to Cologne is 163 km. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Arnhem to Cologne.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Arnhem to Cologne by train, bus, 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 Arnhem Centraal to Köln Hbf78 / ...
1h 37m
€26–85
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Arnhem Central Station to Oberhausen central train station056
2. Take the train from Oberhausen Hbf to Köln Hbf78 / ...
2h 48m
€20–53
Drive 162.7 km
1. Drive from Arnhem to Cologne162.7 km
1h 30m
€29–42
Train via Düsseldorf
1. Take the train from Arnhem Centraal to Duesseldorf FlughafenRe / ...
2. Take the train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Koeln HbfRe
2h 27m
€28–85

Arnhem to Cologne by train

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1h 37mAverage Duration

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Distance: 162.2 km
Duration: 1h 37m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Arnhem Centraal to Köln Hbf every 2 hours. Tickets cost €30–65 and the journey takes 1h 37m. Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) also services this route every 4 hours.

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