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

The cheapest way to get from Nijmegen to Cologne is to bus and train via Viersen which costs €23 - €40 and takes 2h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nijmegen to Cologne is to drive which takes 1h 27m and costs €25 - €40.

Is there a direct train between Nijmegen and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Nijmegen to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Nijmegen and arriving at Köln Hbf via Arnhem Centraal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 33m.

How far is it from Nijmegen to Cologne?

The distance between Nijmegen and Cologne is 151 km. The road distance is 146.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Nijmegen to Cologne without a car is to bus and train via Viersen which takes 2h 18m and costs €23 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 18m to get from Nijmegen to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nijmegen to Cologne train from?

Nijmegen to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Arnhem Centraal station.

Where does the Nijmegen to Cologne train arrive?

Nijmegen to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Köln Hbf station.

Can I drive from Nijmegen to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Nijmegen to Cologne is 147 km. It takes approximately 1h 27m to drive from Nijmegen to Cologne.

Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1758+ hotels available in Cologne.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, train via Viersen
best
1. Take the bus from Nijmegen Centraal Station to Mönchengladbach central train stationN94
2. Take the train from Neuss Hbf to Koeln HbfRe
2h 18m
€23–37
Train
1. Take the train from Arnhem Centraal to Köln Hbf78 / ...
2h 33m
€31–94
Drive 146.7 km
1. Drive from Nijmegen to Cologne146.7 km
1h 27m
€26–38
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Nijmegen Centraal Station to Kleve BahnhofSb58
2. Take the train from Kleve Bahnhof to Düsseldorf HbfRe10
3h 7m
Train via Venlo
1. Take the train from Nijmegen to Venlo
2. Take the train from Venlo to Neuss Hbf
3. Take the train from Neuss Hauptbahnhof to Köln HbfS11
3h 9m
€34–45

Nijmegen to Cologne by bus and train

7Weekly Services

2h 18mAverage Duration

€23Cheapest Price

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Distance: 151.3 km
Duration: 2h 18m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Arnhem Centraal to Köln Hbf every 2 hours. Tickets cost €30–65 and the journey takes 1h 37m. Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) also services this route every 4 hours.

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