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

The cheapest way to get from Lelystad to Cologne is to drive which costs €40 - €65 and takes 2h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lelystad to Cologne is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct train between Lelystad and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Lelystad to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Lelystad Centrum and arriving at Koeln Hbf via Utrecht Centraal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.

How far is it from Lelystad to Cologne?

The distance between Lelystad and Cologne is 287 km. The road distance is 240.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Lelystad to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 3h 35m and costs €30 - €95.

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

It takes approximately 3h 35m to get from Lelystad to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lelystad to Cologne train from?

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

Where does the Lelystad to Cologne train arrive?

Lelystad to Cologne train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Utrecht Centraal station.

Can I drive from Lelystad to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Lelystad to Cologne is 240 km. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Lelystad to Cologne.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1822+ hotels available in Cologne.

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lelystad Centrum to Utrecht Centraaltrain Intercity
2. Take the train from Utrecht Centraal to Koeln Hbftrain Ice
3h 35m
€30–95
Drive 240.3 km
1. Drive from Lelystad to Colognecar 240.3 km
2h 31m
€44–63
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Lelystad Centrum to Schiphol Airport Train Stationtrain
2. Fly from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane AMS - DUS
3h 27m
€132–339
Train via Arnhem
1. Take the train from Lelystad Centrum to Zwolletrain
2. Take the train from Zwolle to Arnhem Centraaltrain
3. Take the train from Arnhem Centraal to Koeln Hbftrain Ice
3h 56m
€30–89
Train via Utrecht
1. Take the train from Lelystad Centrum to Utrecht Centraaltrain Intercity
2. Take the train from Utrecht Centraal to Köln Hbftrain Ice / ...
4h 45m
€30–95

Lelystad to Cologne by train

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Distance: 287 km
Duration: 3h 35m

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

You can take a train from Lelystad Centrum to Koeln Hbf via Utrecht Centraal in around 3h 35m.

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