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

The cheapest way to get from Groningen to Cologne is to rideshare which costs €18 and takes 3h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Groningen to Cologne is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs €50 - €80.

Is there a direct bus between Groningen and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Groningen station to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Groningen central station and arriving at Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis via Münster-Mitte. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Groningen and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Groningen to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Groningen and arriving at Köln Hbf via Zwolle and Arnhem Centraal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.

How far is it from Groningen to Cologne?

The distance between Groningen and Cologne is 341 km. The road distance is 301.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Groningen to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 4h 34m and costs €35 - €120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 34m to get from Groningen to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Groningen to Cologne bus from?

Groningen to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Groningen central station.

Where do I catch the Groningen to Cologne train from?

Groningen to Cologne train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Groningen station.

Train or bus from Groningen to Cologne?

The best way to get from Groningen to Cologne is to train which takes 4h 34m and costs €35 - €120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 36m.

Where does the Groningen to Cologne bus arrive?

Groningen to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Münster bus stop station.

Where does the Groningen to Cologne train arrive?

Groningen to Cologne train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Zwolle station.

Can I drive from Groningen to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Groningen to Cologne is 301 km. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Groningen to Cologne.

Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1819+ hotels available in Cologne.

Can I share a ride from Groningen to Cologne?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Groningen and Cologne. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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

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

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 Groningen to Zwolletrain
2. Take the train from Zwolle to Arnhem Centraaltrain
3. Take the train from Arnhem Centraal to Köln Hbftrain 78 / ...
4h 34m
€36–114
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Groningen to Colognerideshare 300.3 km
3h 28m
€18
Bus
1. Take the bus from Groningen central station to Münster bus stopbus FlixBus 027
2. Take the bus from Münster-Mitte to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleisbus Mykolayiv
5h 36m
Drive 301.1 km
1. Drive from Groningen to Colognecar 301.1 km
2h 52m
€54–78
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Groningen central station to Essen central train stationbus FlixBus 027
2. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Koeln Hbftrain Re
6h 26m
€50–84

Groningen to Cologne by train

153Weekly Trains

4h 34mAverage Duration

€36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 340.9 km
Duration: 4h 34m

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

You can take a train from Groningen to Köln Hbf via Zwolle and Arnhem Centraal in around 4h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Groningen central station to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis via Münster bus stop and Münster-Mitte in around 5h 36m.

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