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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Kriens is to drive which costs SFr 90 - SFr 140 and takes 5h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Kriens is to train and fly which takes 4h 15m and costs SFr 100 - SFr 260.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Kriens?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Kriens. However, there are services departing from Köln and arriving at Kriens, Schachenstrasse via Zurich and Luzern, Bahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Kriens?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Kriens. However, there are services departing from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf and arriving at Kriens Mattenhof via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof, Basel SBB and Luzern. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 58m.

How far is it from Cologne to Kriens?

The distance between Cologne and Kriens is 589 km. The road distance is 585 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Kriens without a car is to train which takes 5h 45m and costs SFr 55 - SFr 280.

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

It takes approximately 5h 45m to get from Cologne to Kriens, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Kriens bus from?

Cologne to Kriens bus services, operated by GrandBus, depart from Köln station.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Kriens train from?

Cologne to Kriens train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.

Train or bus from Cologne to Kriens?

The best way to get from Cologne to Kriens is to train which takes 5h 45m and costs SFr 55 - SFr 280. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 41m.

Where does the Cologne to Kriens bus arrive?

Cologne to Kriens bus services, operated by GrandBus, arrive at Zürich Bus Station.

Where does the Cologne to Kriens train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cologne to Kriens?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Kriens is 585 km. It takes approximately 5h 4m to drive from Cologne to Kriens.

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

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Cologne to Kriens - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, car

There are 9 ways to get from Cologne to Kriens by train, bus, night train, car, or plane

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Train
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1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Basel SBBtrain 43 / ...
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Luzerntrain Ic21 / ...
5h 45m
CHF 59–279
Bus
1. Take the bus from Köln to Zürich Bus Stationbus Ivano-Frankivsk
2. Take the bus from Zurich to Luthernbus
9h 41m
Night train, train
1. Take the night train from Koeln Hbf to Zuerich Hbnighttrain Nj
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Luzerntrain Ir70 / ...
9h 24m
CHF 65–306
Drive 585 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Krienscar 585 km
5h 4m
CHF 92–133
Train via Mannheim
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain 47 / ...
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Basel SBBtrain 20 / ...
3. Take the train from Basel SBB to Luzerntrain Ec / ...
5h 58m
CHF 75–246
Train to Frankfurt, fly to Zurich Airport, train
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane FRA - ZRH
3. Take the train from Zürich HB to Luzerntrain
4h 15m
CHF 105–254
Fly Cologne Bonn Airport to Zurich Airport, train
1. Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane CGN - ZRH
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Luzerntrain
4h 43m
CHF 79–229
Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly to Zurich Airport, train
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to D-Flughafen Bftrain
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane DUS - ZRH
3. Take the train from Zürich HB to Luzerntrain
5h 14m
CHF 83–263
Train to Frankfurt, fly to Basel, train
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Basel (BSL)plane FRA - BSL
3. Take the train from Basel SBB to Luzerntrain
5h 8m
CHF 145–324

Cologne to Kriens by train and bus

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5h 45mAverage Duration

CHF 59Cheapest Price

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Distance: 589.1 km
Duration: 5h 45m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Kriens, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Köln Hbf to Kriens, Schachenstrasse via Basel SBB, Luzern, and Luzern, Bahnhof in around 5h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Köln to Kriens, Schachenstrasse via Zurich, Luthern, and Luzern, Bahnhof in around 9h 41m.

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