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, Zuyderland Kerkrade and arriving at Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis via Kerkrade, Parkstad Stadion and Aachen - 58, Peterstraße. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.

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 Koeln Hbf via Landgraaf and Aachen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 48m.

How far is it from Kerkrade to Cologne?

The distance between Kerkrade and Cologne is 96 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 train which takes 1h 48m and costs €17 - €55.

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

It takes approximately 1h 48m 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 Arriva NL, depart from Kerkrade, Parkstad Stadion station.

Where do I catch the Kerkrade to Cologne train from?

Kerkrade to Cologne train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), 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 48m and costs €17 - €55. Alternatively, you can line 44 bus and bus, which costs and takes 2h 46m.

Where does the Kerkrade to Cologne bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kerkrade to Cologne train arrive?

Kerkrade to Cologne train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), 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.

Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1827+ hotels available in Cologne.

Kerkrade to Cologne - 3 ways to travel via train, line 44 bus, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Kerkrade to Cologne by train (Eurostar), bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Landgraaf to Aachen Hbftrain S43 / ...
2. Take the train from Aachen Hbf to Koeln Hbftrain Re
1h 48m
€17–52
Drive 72.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kerkrade to Colognecar 72.3 km
52 min
€13–19
Line 44 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Kerkrade, Parkstad Stadion to Aachen, Bushofbus 44
2. Take the bus from Aachen - 58, Peterstraße to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleisbus Mykolayiv
2h 46m

Kerkrade to Cologne by train

263Weekly Trains

1h 48mAverage Duration

€17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 95.9 km
Duration: 1h 48m

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

You can take a train from Kerkrade Centrum to Koeln Hbf via Landgraaf and Aachen Hbf in around 1h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kerkrade, Zuyderland Kerkrade to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis via Kerkrade, Parkstad Stadion, Aachen, Bushof, and Aachen - 58, Peterstraße in around 2h 46m.

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