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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Varel is to drive which costs €45 - €70 and takes 2h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Varel is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Varel?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Varel. However, there are services departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Varel Bahnhof via Osnabrück Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 49m.

How far is it from Cologne to Varel?

The distance between Cologne and Varel is 344 km. The road distance is 326.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Varel without a car is to train which takes 4h 49m and costs €40 - €85.

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

It takes approximately 4h 49m to get from Cologne to Varel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Varel train from?

Cologne to Varel train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Hbf station.

Where does the Cologne to Varel train arrive?

Cologne to Varel train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Osnabrück Hbf station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Varel?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Varel is 327 km. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Cologne to Varel.

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

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Where can I stay near Varel?

There are 2840+ hotels available in Varel.

Cologne to Varel - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Cologne to Varel by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Osnabrück Hbf43 / ...
2. Take the train from Osnabrück Hbf to Varel BahnhofRe18 / ...
4h 49m
€44–82
Train via Münster
cheapest
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Muenster(Westf)HbfRe
2. Take the train from Münster Hauptbahnhof to Osnabrück Hbf43 / ...
3. Take the train from Osnabrück Hbf to Varel Bahnhof
5h 16m
€43–85
Drive 326.7 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Varel326.7 km
2h 43m
€46–66

Cologne to Varel by train

118Weekly Trains

4h 49mAverage Duration

€44Cheapest Price

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Distance: 343.9 km
Duration: 4h 49m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Varel, Germany?

You can take a train from Köln Hbf to Varel Bahnhof via Osnabrück Hbf in around 4h 49m.

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