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

The cheapest way to get from Schengen to Cologne is to bus which costs €21 - €40 and takes 5h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Schengen to Cologne is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Schengen and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Schengen to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Schengen, Ennen am Doref and arriving at Bonn UN Campus via Luxembourg Gare Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Schengen and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Schengen to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Perl and arriving at Köln Süd Bf via Trier, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.

How far is it from Schengen to Cologne?

The distance between Schengen and Cologne is 212 km. The road distance is 204.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Schengen to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 4h 21m and costs €50 - €90.

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

It takes approximately 4h 21m to get from Schengen to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Schengen to Cologne bus from?

Schengen to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Luxembourg Gare Centrale station.

Where do I catch the Schengen to Cologne train from?

Schengen to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Perl station.

Train or bus from Schengen to Cologne?

The best way to get from Schengen to Cologne is to train which takes 4h 21m and costs €50 - €90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €21 - €40 and takes 5h 15m.

Where does the Schengen to Cologne bus arrive?

Schengen to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bonn UN Campus station.

Where does the Schengen to Cologne train arrive?

Schengen to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Trier, Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Schengen to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Schengen to Cologne is 205 km. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Schengen to Cologne.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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There are 3 ways to get from Schengen to Cologne by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Perl to Trier, Hauptbahnhoftrain Rb82 / ...
2. Take the train from Trier, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Süd Bftrain Re22
4h 21m
€52–90
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Luxembourg Gare Centrale to Bonn UN Campusbus N1338
5h 15m
€21–38
Drive 204.9 km
1. Drive from Schengen to Colognecar 204.9 km
2h 22m
€32–46

Schengen to Cologne by train

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Distance: 211.6 km
Duration: 4h 21m

What companies run services between Schengen, Luxembourg and Cologne, Germany?

You can take a train from Perl to Köln Süd Bf via Trier, Hauptbahnhof in around 4h 21m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Luxembourg Gare Centrale to Bonn UN Campus once daily. Tickets cost €14–24 and the journey takes 2h 55m.

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