What is the cheapest way to get from Cologne to Ter Apel?

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Ter Apel is to drive which costs €40 - €65 and takes 2h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cologne to Ter Apel?

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Ter Apel is to drive which takes 2h 8m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Ter Apel?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Ter Apel. However, there are services departing from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis and arriving at Ter Apel, Centrum via Münster bus stop, Groningen, Hoofdstation and Emmen, Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 28m.

How far is it from Cologne to Ter Apel?

The distance between Cologne and Ter Apel is 329 km. The road distance is 245 km.

How do I travel from Cologne to Ter Apel without a car?

The best way to get from Cologne to Ter Apel without a car is to train which takes 4h 52m and costs €60 - €130.

How long does it take to get from Cologne to Ter Apel?

It takes approximately 4h 52m to get from Cologne to Ter Apel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Ter Apel bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cologne to Ter Apel?

The best way to get from Cologne to Ter Apel is to train which takes 4h 52m and costs €60 - €130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 28m.

Where does the Cologne to Ter Apel bus arrive?

Cologne to Ter Apel bus services, operated by OrionBus, arrive at Münster-Mitte station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Ter Apel?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Ter Apel is 245 km. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Cologne to Ter Apel.

Where can I stay near Ter Apel?

There are 500+ hotels available in Ter Apel.

Cologne to Ter Apel - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Cologne to Ter Apel 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
best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Arnhem Centraaltrain 78 / ...
2. Take the train from Arnhem Centraal to Zwolletrain
3. Take the train from Zwolle to Emmentrain
4h 52m
€61–127
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Leer(Ostfriesl)train 35
2. Take the bus from Winschoten, Station to Ter Apel, Centrumbus 72
6h 55m
€31–110
Bus
1. Take the bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Münster-Mittebus
2. Take the bus from Münster bus stop to Groningen central stationbus 027
3. Take the bus from Groningen, Hoofdstation to Emmen, Station uitstaphaltebus 300
7h 28m
Drive 245 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Ter Apelcar 245 km
2h 8m
€44–63

Cologne to Ter Apel by train and bus

119Weekly Services

4h 52mAverage Duration

€61Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Cologne to Ter Apel.

Launch map view

Distance: 328.7 km
Duration: 4h 52m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Ter Apel, Netherlands?

You can take a train from Köln Hbf to Ter Apel, Korenakker via Arnhem Centraal, Zwolle, Emmen, and Emmen, Station in around 4h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Ter Apel, Centrum via Münster-Mitte, Münster bus stop, Groningen, Hoofdstation, and Emmen, Station in around 7h 28m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around Netherlands

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.