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

The cheapest way to get from Gelderland to Cologne is to drive which costs €25 - €40 and takes 1h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gelderland to Cologne is to drive which takes 1h 28m and costs €25 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Gelderland and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Gelderland station to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Nijmegen Centraal Station and arriving at Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis via Südviertel, Essen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Gelderland and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Gelderland to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Nijmegen and arriving at Köln Hbf via Arnhem Centraal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 35m.

How far is it from Gelderland to Cologne?

The distance between Gelderland and Cologne is 180 km. The road distance is 146.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Gelderland to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 2h 35m and costs €30 - €95.

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

It takes approximately 2h 35m to get from Gelderland to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gelderland to Cologne bus from?

Gelderland to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Nijmegen Centraal Station.

Where do I catch the Gelderland to Cologne train from?

Gelderland to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Arnhem Centraal station.

Train or bus from Gelderland to Cologne?

The best way to get from Gelderland to Cologne is to train which takes 2h 35m and costs €30 - €95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 25m.

Where does the Gelderland to Cologne bus arrive?

Gelderland to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Essen central train station.

Where does the Gelderland to Cologne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gelderland to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Gelderland to Cologne is 147 km. It takes approximately 1h 28m to drive from Gelderland to Cologne.

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

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

There are 5 ways to get from Gelderland to Cologne by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Arnhem Centraal to Köln Hbftrain 78 / ...
2h 35m
€31–90
Drive 146.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Nijmegen to Colognecar 146.7 km
1h 28m
€26–38
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nijmegen Centraal Station to Essen central train stationbus 037
2. Take the bus from Südviertel, Essen to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleisbus Mykolayiv
3h 25m
Train via Venlo
1. Take the train from Nijmegen to Venlotrain
2. Take the train from Venlo to Neuss Hbftrain
3. Take the train from Neuss Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbftrain S11
3h 4m
€32–55
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Nijmegen Centraal Station to Kleve Bahnhofbus Sb58
2. Take the train from Kleve Bahnhof to Düsseldorf Hbftrain Re10
3h 19m

Gelderland to Cologne by train

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Distance: 180.4 km
Duration: 2h 35m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Arnhem Centraal to Köln Hbf every 3 hours. Tickets cost €28–50 and the journey takes 1h 37m. Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Nijmegen Centraal Station to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis via Essen central train station and Südviertel, Essen in around 3h 25m.

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