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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Delfzijl is to train and bus which costs €40 - €70 and takes 8h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Delfzijl is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs €50 - €80.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Delfzijl?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Delfzijl. However, there are services departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Delfzijl via Arnhem Centraal, Zwolle and Groningen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 11m.

How far is it from Cologne to Delfzijl?

The distance between Cologne and Delfzijl is 379 km. The road distance is 306.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Delfzijl without a car is to train which takes 5h 11m and costs €70 - €150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 11m to get from Cologne to Delfzijl, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Delfzijl train from?

Cologne to Delfzijl train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Hbf station.

Train or bus from Cologne to Delfzijl?

The best way to get from Cologne to Delfzijl is to train which takes 5h 11m and costs €70 - €150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 36m.

Where does the Cologne to Delfzijl train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cologne to Delfzijl?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Delfzijl is 307 km. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Cologne to Delfzijl.

Where can I stay near Delfzijl?

There are 1399+ hotels available in Delfzijl.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Cologne to Delfzijl by train, bus, or car

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 Arnhem Centraal78 / ...
2. Take the train from Arnhem Centraal to Zwolle
3. Take the train from Zwolle to Groningen
5h 11m
€74–144
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Köln Hansaring to Essen HbfS6
2. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Groningen central station027
8h 23m
€44–65
Bus
1. Take the bus from Köln Hbf to Dortmund Stadthaus
2. Take the bus from Dortmund central bus station to Groningen central station027
7h 36m
Drive 306.8 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Delfzijl306.8 km
2h 47m
€54–78

Cologne to Delfzijl by train

64Weekly Trains

5h 11mAverage Duration

€74Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cologne to Delfzijl.

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Distance: 378.5 km
Duration: 5h 11m

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

You can take a train from Köln Hbf to Delfzijl via Arnhem Centraal, Zwolle, and Groningen in around 5h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Köln Hbf to Delfzijl, Botterlaan via Dortmund Stadthaus, Dortmund Stadthaus, Dortmund Hbf, Dortmund central bus station, Groningen central station, and Groningen, Hoofdstation in around 7h 36m.

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