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

The cheapest way to get from Kerkrade to Cologne is to drive which costs €12 - €19 and takes 52 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Kerkrade to Cologne is to drive which takes 52 min and costs €12 - €19.

Is there a direct bus between Kerkrade and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Kerkrade to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Kerkrade, Einderstraat and arriving at Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis via Aachen - 58, Peterstraße. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Kerkrade and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Kerkrade to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Kerkrade Centrum and arriving at Köln Hbf via Landgraaf and Aachen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 43m.

How far is it from Kerkrade to Cologne?

The distance between Kerkrade and Cologne is 88 km. The road distance is 72.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Kerkrade to Cologne without a car is to line 27 bus and train which takes 1h 30m and costs €14 - €65.

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

It takes approximately 1h 30m to get from Kerkrade to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kerkrade to Cologne bus from?

Kerkrade to Cologne bus services, operated by ASEAG, depart from Kerkrade, Einderstraat station.

Where do I catch the Kerkrade to Cologne train from?

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

Train or bus from Kerkrade to Cologne?

The best way to get from Kerkrade to Cologne is to train which takes 1h 43m and costs €17 - €65. Alternatively, you can line 34 bus and bus, which costs and takes 2h 15m.

Where does the Kerkrade to Cologne bus arrive?

Kerkrade to Cologne bus services, operated by ASEAG, arrive at Aachen, Bushof station.

Where does the Kerkrade to Cologne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kerkrade to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Kerkrade to Cologne is 72 km. It takes approximately 52 min to drive from Kerkrade to Cologne.

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

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Kerkrade to Cologne - 6 ways to travel via train, line 27 bus, and line 34 bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Kerkrade to Cologne by bus, train, or car

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Line 27 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Kerkrade, Busstation to Herzogenrath, Bahnhofbus 27
2. Take the train from Herzogenrath, Bf to Aachen, Hbftrain
3. Take the train from Aachen Hbf to Köln Hbftrain Trn / ...
1h 30m
€14–63
Drive 72.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kerkrade to Colognecar 72.3 km
52 min
€13–19
Line 34 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Kerkrade, Einderstraat to Aachen, Normaluhrbus 34
2. Take the train from Aachen Hbf to Köln Hbftrain Trn / ...
1h 47m
€15–55
Train
1. Take the train from Landgraaf to Aachen Hbftrain 18941 / ...
2. Take the train from Aachen Hbf to Köln Hbftrain Trn / ...
1h 43m
€17–65
Line 34 bus, train via Kerkrade, Einderstraat
1. Take the bus from Kerkrade, Einderstraat to Aachen, Normaluhrbus 34
2. Take the train from Aachen Hbf to Koeln Hbftrain Re
1h 53m
€16–55
Line 34 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Kerkrade, Einderstraat to Aachen, Bushofbus 34
2. Take the bus from Aachen - 58, Peterstraße to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleisbus Mykolayiv
2h 15m

Kerkrade to Cologne by bus and train

138Weekly Services

1h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 87.6 km
Duration: 1h 30m

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

You can take a train from Kerkrade Centrum to Köln Hbf via Landgraaf and Aachen Hbf in around 1h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kerkrade, Einderstraat to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis via Aachen - 58, Peterstraße in around 2h 15m.

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