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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Schengen is to bus which costs €22 - €40 and takes 6h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Schengen is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Schengen?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Schengen. However, there are services departing from Koeln Sued and arriving at Perl via Koblenz Hauptbahnhof and Trier, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 7m.

How far is it from Cologne to Schengen?

The distance between Cologne and Schengen is 245 km. The road distance is 201.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Schengen without a car is to train via Koblenz which takes 4h 7m and costs €45 - €70.

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

It takes approximately 4h 7m to get from Cologne to Schengen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Schengen train from?

Cologne to Schengen train services, operated by National Express, depart from Koeln Sued station.

Train or bus from Cologne to Schengen?

The best way to get from Cologne to Schengen is to train via Koblenz which takes 4h 7m and costs €45 - €70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €22 - €40 and takes 6h 38m.

Where does the Cologne to Schengen train arrive?

Cologne to Schengen train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Koblenz Hbf station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Schengen?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Schengen is 202 km. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Cologne to Schengen.

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

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

There are 5 ways to get from Cologne to Schengen 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 via Koblenz
best
1. Take the train from Koeln Sued to Koblenz HbfRe
2. Take the train from Koblenz Hauptbahnhof to Trier, HauptbahnhofRe1
3. Take the train from Trier, Hauptbahnhof to Perl
4h 7m
€45–66
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cologne Airport CGN to Luxembourg, P+R BouillonN1327
6h 38m
€22–36
Drive 201.9 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Schengen201.9 km
2h 19m
€31–45
Train
1. Take the train from Köln Süd Bf to Kall Bf
2. Take the train from Kall Bf to Trier, Hauptbahnhof
3. Take the train from Trier, Hauptbahnhof to Perl
5h 1m
€41–59
Train #2
1. Take the train from Köln Süd Bf to Koblenz HauptbahnhofRb26
2. Take the train from Koblenz Hauptbahnhof to MerzigRe1
5h 47m
€43–63

Cologne to Schengen by train

151Weekly Trains

4h 7mAverage Duration

€45Cheapest Price

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Distance: 245.4 km
Duration: 4h 7m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Schengen, Luxembourg?

You can take a train from Koeln Sued to Perl via Koblenz Hauptbahnhof and Trier, Hauptbahnhof in around 4h 7m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Cologne Airport CGN to Luxembourg, P+R Bouillon once daily. Tickets cost €18–26 and the journey takes 4h.

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