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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Geleen is to drive which costs €16 - €25 and takes 1h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Geleen is to drive which takes 1h 1m and costs €16 - €25.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Geleen?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Geleen. However, there are services departing from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis and arriving at Geleen, Dr. Poelslaan via Aachen, Elisenbrunnen and Maastricht, Station Maastricht. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Geleen?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Geleen. However, there are services departing from Koeln Hbf and arriving at Geleen Oost via Aachen Hbf and Heerlen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 6m.

How far is it from Cologne to Geleen?

The distance between Cologne and Geleen is 108 km. The road distance is 96 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Geleen without a car is to train which takes 2h 6m and costs €21 - €80.

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

It takes approximately 2h 6m to get from Cologne to Geleen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Geleen bus from?

Cologne to Geleen bus services, operated by OrionBus, depart from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis station.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Geleen train from?

Cologne to Geleen train services, operated by National Express, depart from Koeln Hbf station.

Train or bus from Cologne to Geleen?

The best way to get from Cologne to Geleen is to train which takes 2h 6m and costs €21 - €80. Alternatively, you can bus and line 350 bus and line 30 bus, which costs and takes 3h 20m.

Where does the Cologne to Geleen bus arrive?

Cologne to Geleen bus services, operated by OrionBus, arrive at Aachen - 58, Peterstraße station.

Where does the Cologne to Geleen train arrive?

Cologne to Geleen train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Aachen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Geleen?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Geleen is 96 km. It takes approximately 1h 1m to drive from Cologne to Geleen.

Where can I stay near Geleen?

There are 1466+ hotels available in Geleen.

Cologne to Geleen - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 350 bus

There are 3 ways to get from Cologne to Geleen by train (Eurostar), bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Aachen Hbftrain Re
2. Take the train from Aachen Hbf to Heerlentrain S43 / ...
2h 6m
€22–80
Drive 96 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Cologne to Geleencar 96 km
1h 1m
€17–25
Bus, line 350 bus, line 30 bus
1. Take the bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Aachen - 58, Peterstraßebus
2. Take the bus from Aachen, Elisenbrunnen to Maastricht, Stationbus 350
3. Take the bus from Maastricht, Station Maastricht to Geleen, Dr. Poelslaanbus 30
3h 20m

Cologne to Geleen by train

185Weekly Trains

2h 6mAverage Duration

€22Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cologne to Geleen.

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Distance: 107.9 km
Duration: 2h 6m

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

You can take a train from Koeln Hbf to Geleen Oost via Aachen Hbf and Heerlen in around 2h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Geleen, Dr. Poelslaan via Aachen - 58, Peterstraße, Aachen, Elisenbrunnen, Maastricht, Station, and Maastricht, Station Maastricht in around 3h 20m.

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