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

The cheapest way to get from Geleen to Cologne is to drive which costs €16 - €24 and takes 1h.

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

The fastest way to get from Geleen to Cologne is to drive which takes 1h and costs €16 - €24.

Is there a direct bus between Geleen and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Geleen station to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Geleen, Busstation and arriving at Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis via Gulpen-Wittem, Gulpen Busstation and Aachen - 58, Peterstraße. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Geleen and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Geleen to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Geleen Oost and arriving at Koeln Hbf via Heerlen and Aachen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 58m.

How far is it from Geleen to Cologne?

The distance between Geleen and Cologne is 108 km. The road distance is 96.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Geleen to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 1h 58m and costs €21 - €85.

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

It takes approximately 1h 58m to get from Geleen to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Geleen to Cologne bus from?

Geleen to Cologne bus services, operated by Arriva NL, depart from Geleen, Busstation.

Where do I catch the Geleen to Cologne train from?

Geleen to Cologne train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Heerlen station.

Train or bus from Geleen to Cologne?

The best way to get from Geleen to Cologne is to train which takes 1h 58m and costs €21 - €85. Alternatively, you can line 54 bus and line 350 bus and bus, which costs and takes 3h 28m.

Where does the Geleen to Cologne bus arrive?

Geleen to Cologne bus services, operated by Arriva NL, arrive at Gulpen, Busstation.

Where does the Geleen to Cologne train arrive?

Geleen to Cologne train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Aachen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Geleen to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Geleen to Cologne is 96 km. It takes approximately 1h to drive from Geleen to Cologne.

Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1789+ hotels available in Cologne.

Geleen to Cologne - 4 ways to travel via train, line 350 bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Geleen to Cologne by train (Eurostar), 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Heerlen to Aachen Hbftrain S43 / ...
2. Take the train from Aachen Hbf to Koeln Hbftrain Re
1h 58m
€21–82
Drive 96.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Geleen to Colognecar 96.5 km
1h
€17–24
Line 350 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Maastricht, Station to Aachen, Reutershagbus 350
2. Take the train from Aachen, Rothe Erde Bf to Köln Hbftrain Re9 / ...
3h 18m
€25–37
Line 54 bus, line 350 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Geleen, Busstation to Gulpen, Busstationbus 54
2. Take the bus from Gulpen-Wittem, Gulpen Busstation to Aachen, Elisenbrunnenbus 350
3. Take the bus from Aachen - 58, Peterstraße to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleisbus
3h 28m

Geleen to Cologne by train

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Distance: 107.9 km
Duration: 1h 58m

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

You can take a train from Geleen Oost to Koeln Hbf via Heerlen and Aachen Hbf in around 1h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Geleen, Busstation to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis via Gulpen-Wittem, Gulpen Busstation, Aachen, Elisenbrunnen, and Aachen - 58, Peterstraße in around 3h 28m.

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