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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Enschede is to drive which costs €29 - €45 and takes 1h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Enschede is to drive which takes 1h 40m and costs €29 - €45.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Enschede?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Enschede. However, there are services departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Enschede via Münster Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 39m.

How far is it from Cologne to Enschede?

The distance between Cologne and Enschede is 237 km. The road distance is 166 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Enschede without a car is to train which takes 3h 39m and costs €30 - €60.

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

It takes approximately 3h 39m to get from Cologne to Enschede, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Enschede train from?

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

Train or bus from Cologne to Enschede?

The best way to get from Cologne to Enschede is to train which takes 3h 39m and costs €30 - €60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 29m.

Where does the Cologne to Enschede train arrive?

Cologne to Enschede train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Münster Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Enschede?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Enschede is 166 km. It takes approximately 1h 40m to drive from Cologne to Enschede.

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

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Where can I stay near Enschede?

There are 537+ hotels available in Enschede.

Cologne to Enschede - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Cologne to Enschede 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 Köln Hbf to Münster Hauptbahnhof43 / ...
2. Take the train from Münster Hauptbahnhof to EnschedeRb64
3h 39m
€31–60
Train via Dortmund
cheapest
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Dortmund Hbf43 / ...
2. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to EnschedeRb51
4h
€25–104
Bus
1. Take the bus from Köln Hbf to Dortmund Stadthaus
2. Take the bus from Dortmund central bus station to Enschede027
4h 29m
Drive 166 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Enschede166 km
1h 40m
€30–43
Train via Dortmund #2
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Dortmund Hbf43 / ...
2. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to EnschedeRb51
4h
€29–55

Cologne to Enschede by train

133Weekly Trains

3h 39mAverage Duration

€31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 236.7 km
Duration: 3h 39m

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

You can take a train from Köln Hbf to Enschede via Münster Hauptbahnhof in around 3h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Köln Hbf to Enschede via Dortmund Stadthaus, Dortmund Stadthaus, Dortmund Hbf, and Dortmund central bus station in around 4h 29m.

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