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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Franeker is to train which costs €35 - €95 and takes 4h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Franeker is to drive which takes 3h 21m and costs €55 - €85.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Franeker?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Franeker. However, there are services departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Franeker via Arnhem Centraal, Zwolle and Leeuwarden. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 57m.

How far is it from Cologne to Franeker?

The distance between Cologne and Franeker is 347 km. The road distance is 319.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Franeker without a car is to train which takes 4h 57m and costs €35 - €95.

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

It takes approximately 4h 57m to get from Cologne to Franeker, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Franeker train from?

Cologne to Franeker train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Köln Hbf station.

Where does the Cologne to Franeker train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cologne to Franeker?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Franeker is 319 km. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Cologne to Franeker.

Where can I stay near Franeker?

There are 374+ hotels available in Franeker.

Cologne to Franeker - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

There are 3 ways to get from Cologne to Franeker by train, car, or bus

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 Centraaltrain Ice
2. Take the train from Arnhem Centraal to Zwolletrain
3. Take the train from Zwolle to Leeuwardentrain
4h 57m
€40–91
Drive 319.1 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Franekercar 319.1 km
3h 21m
€56–81
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Oberhausen-Sterkradetrain Re
2. Take the train from Oberhausen-Sterkrade to Arnhem Centraaltrain Re
3. Take the bus from Apeldoorn, Station to Zwolle, Stationbus 201
4. Take the train from Zwolle to Leeuwardentrain
6h 44m

Cologne to Franeker by train

57Weekly Trains

4h 57mAverage Duration

€40Cheapest Price

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Distance: 346.9 km
Duration: 4h 57m

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

You can take a train from Köln Hbf to Franeker via Arnhem Centraal, Zwolle, and Leeuwarden in around 4h 57m.

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