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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Vaals is to drive which costs €13 - €20 and takes 48 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Vaals is to drive which takes 48 min and costs €13 - €20.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Vaals?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Vaals station. However, there are services departing from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis and arriving at Vaals, Busstation via Aachen, Elisenbrunnen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 12m.

How far is it from Cologne to Vaals?

The distance between Cologne and Vaals is 72 km. The road distance is 75.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Vaals without a car is to bus and line 350 bus which takes 1h 12m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 12m to get from Cologne to Vaals, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Vaals bus from?

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

Where does the Cologne to Vaals bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cologne to Vaals?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Vaals is 76 km. It takes approximately 48 min to drive from Cologne to Vaals.

Where can I stay near Vaals?

There are 612+ hotels available in Vaals.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Cologne to Vaals by bus, train, 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.

Bus, line 350 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Aachen - 58, Peterstraßebus Mykolayiv
2. Take the bus from Aachen, Elisenbrunnen to Vaals, Busstationbus 350
1h 12m
Drive 75.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Cologne to Vaalscar 75.6 km
48 min
€14–20
Train, line 350 bus
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Aachen Hbftrain Re
2. Take the bus from Aachen, Elisenbrunnen to Vaals, Busstationbus 350
1h 39m
€25–42

Cologne to Vaals by train and bus

203Weekly Services

1h 39mAverage Duration

€25Cheapest Price

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Distance: 71.7 km
Duration: 1h 12m

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

You can take a bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Vaals, Busstation via Aachen - 58, Peterstraße and Aachen, Elisenbrunnen in around 1h 12m.

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