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 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 54m.

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 54m and costs €19 - €28.

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

It takes approximately 1h 54m to get from Cologne to Venlo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Venlo train from?

Cologne to Venlo train services, operated by National Express, depart from Koeln Hbf station.

Where does the Cologne to Venlo train arrive?

Cologne to Venlo train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Neuss Hbf 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?

There are 528+ hotels available in Venlo.

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

There are 4 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 HbfRe
2. Take the train from Neuss Hbf to VenloSneltrein RE13 / ...
1h 54m
€19–28
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Duisburg Hbf43 / ...
2. Take the bus from Duisburg central train station to Venlo Station023
2h 21m
€15–82
Drive 92.4 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Venlo92.4 km
55 min
€17–24
Train via Cologne Hbf
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Neuss HauptbahnhofS11
2. Take the train from Neuss Hbf to VenloSneltrein RE13 / ...
2h 16m
€21–30

Cologne to Venlo by train

149Weekly Trains

1h 54mAverage Duration

€19Cheapest Price

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Distance: 84.1 km
Duration: 1h 54m

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 54m.

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