What is the cheapest way to get from Cologne to Alphen aan den Rijn?

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Alphen aan den Rijn is to train which costs €26 - €110 and takes 2h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cologne to Alphen aan den Rijn?

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Alphen aan den Rijn is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Alphen aan den Rijn?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Alphen aan den Rijn. However, there are services departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Alphen a/d Rijn via Utrecht Centraal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.

How far is it from Cologne to Alphen aan den Rijn?

The distance between Cologne and Alphen aan den Rijn is 253 km. The road distance is 249.4 km.

How do I travel from Cologne to Alphen aan den Rijn without a car?

The best way to get from Cologne to Alphen aan den Rijn without a car is to train which takes 2h 52m and costs €26 - €110.

How long does it take to get from Cologne to Alphen aan den Rijn?

It takes approximately 2h 52m to get from Cologne to Alphen aan den Rijn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Alphen aan den Rijn train from?

Cologne to Alphen aan den Rijn train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Köln Hbf station.

Where does the Cologne to Alphen aan den Rijn train arrive?

Cologne to Alphen aan den Rijn train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Utrecht Centraal station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Alphen aan den Rijn?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Alphen aan den Rijn is 249 km. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Cologne to Alphen aan den Rijn.

How do I get a train ticket from Cologne to Alphen aan den Rijn?

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Where can I stay near Alphen aan den Rijn?

There are 653+ hotels available in Alphen aan den Rijn.

Cologne to Alphen aan den Rijn - 5 ways to travel via train, and night train

There are 5 ways to get from Cologne to Alphen aan den Rijn by train, night train, car, or plane

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 Köln Hbf to Utrecht Centraaltrain Ice / ...
2h 52m
€27–105
Night train
cheapest
1. Take the night train from Koeln Hbf to Utrecht Centraalnighttrain Nj
4h 4m
€25–100
Drive 249.4 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Alphen aan den Rijncar 249.4 km
2h 46m
€45–64
Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to D-Flughafen Bftrain
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)plane DUS - AMS
3h 12m
€137–347
Train to Brussels Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Brussels-Nordtrain
2. Fly from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)plane BRU - AMS
4h 35m
€148–427

Cologne to Alphen aan den Rijn by train

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2h 52mAverage Duration

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Distance: 253.4 km
Duration: 2h 52m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Alphen aan den Rijn, Netherlands?

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Köln Hbf to Utrecht Centraal every 2 hours. Tickets cost €23–55 and the journey takes 2h 10m. Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) also services this route 4 times a week.

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