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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Venlo is to drive which costs €16 - €24 and takes 55 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Venlo is to drive which takes 55 min and costs €16 - €24.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Venlo?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Venlo station. However, there are services departing from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis and arriving at Venlo Station via Duisburg central train station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Venlo?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Venlo. However, there are services departing from Koeln Hbf and arriving at Venlo via Neuss Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 53m.

How far is it from Cologne to Venlo?

The distance between Cologne and Venlo is 84 km. The road distance is 92.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Venlo without a car is to train which takes 1h 53m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 53m to get from Cologne to Venlo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Venlo bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cologne to Venlo train from?

Cologne to Venlo train services, operated by DB Regio AG NRW, depart from Köln Hbf station.

Train or bus from Cologne to Venlo?

The best way to get from Cologne to Venlo is to train which takes 1h 53m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h 14m.

Where does the Cologne to Venlo bus arrive?

Cologne to Venlo bus services, operated by OrionBus, arrive at Mercatorstraße, Duisburg station.

Where does the Cologne to Venlo train arrive?

Cologne to Venlo train services, operated by DB Regio AG NRW, arrive at MG Hbf /Europaplatz station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Venlo?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Venlo is 92 km. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from Cologne to Venlo.

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

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Where can I stay near Venlo?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Cologne to Venlo 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 Koeln Hbf to Neuss Hbftrain Re
2. Take the train from Neuss Hbf to Venlotrain Sneltrein RE13 / ...
1h 53m
Drive 92.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Cologne to Venlocar 92.4 km
55 min
€17–24
Bus
1. Take the bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Mercatorstraße, Duisburgbus Mykolayiv
2. Take the bus from Duisburg central train station to Venlo Stationbus 023
2h 14m
Train via Mönchengladbach Hbf
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to MG Hbf /Europaplatztrain Rb27 / ...
2. Take the train from Mönchengladbach Hbf to Venlotrain Sneltrein RE13 / ...
1h 55m
Train via Düsseldorf
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Neuss Hauptbahnhoftrain S11
2. Take the train from Neuss Hbf to Venlotrain Sneltrein RE13 / ...
2h 15m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Cologne to Venlo.

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Distance: 84.2 km
Duration: 1h 53m

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

You can take a train from Koeln Hbf to Venlo via Neuss Hbf in around 1h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Venlo Station via Mercatorstraße, Duisburg and Duisburg central train station in around 2h 14m.

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