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

The cheapest way to get from Hilversum to Cologne is to bus which costs €25 - €70 and takes 5h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hilversum to Cologne is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs €40 - €60.

Is there a direct train between Hilversum and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Hilversum to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Hilversum and arriving at Köln Hbf via Utrecht Centraal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.

How far is it from Hilversum to Cologne?

The distance between Hilversum and Cologne is 236 km. The road distance is 228.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Hilversum to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 3h 29m and costs €35 - €130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 29m to get from Hilversum to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hilversum to Cologne train from?

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

Train or bus from Hilversum to Cologne?

The best way to get from Hilversum to Cologne is to train which takes 3h 29m and costs €35 - €130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €25 - €70 and takes 5h 8m.

Where does the Hilversum to Cologne train arrive?

Hilversum to Cologne train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Köln Hbf station.

Can I drive from Hilversum to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Hilversum to Cologne is 229 km. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Hilversum to Cologne.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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

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

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 Utrecht Centraal to Köln HbfIce / ...
3h 29m
€35–125
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Utrecht Leidsche Rijn Centrum to Düsseldorf central bus station068
5h 8m
€26–66
Drive 228.7 km
1. Drive from Hilversum to Cologne228.7 km
2h 19m
€41–59
Fly, train
1. Fly from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)AMS - DUS
2. Take the train from Duesseldorf Hbf to Koeln Hbf
3h 13m
€122–344
Train via Utrecht Centraal
1. Take the train from Utrecht Centraal to Koeln HbfIce
3h 31m
€35–125

Hilversum to Cologne by train

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3h 29mAverage Duration

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Distance: 235.8 km
Duration: 3h 29m

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

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Utrecht Centraal to Köln Hbf every 3 hours. Tickets cost €30–120 and the journey takes 2h 13m. Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) also services this route once daily. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Utrecht Leidsche Rijn Centrum to Düsseldorf central bus station 3 times a day. Tickets cost €15–35 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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