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

The cheapest way to get from Schengen to Cologne is to drive which costs €30 - €45 and takes 2h 22m.

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 - €45.

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 Koeln Sued via Trier, Hauptbahnhof and Koblenz Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.

How far is it from Schengen to Cologne?

The distance between Schengen and Cologne is 245 km. The road distance is 204.2 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 via Koblenz which takes 3h 55m and costs €45 - €80.

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

It takes approximately 3h 55m to get from Schengen to Cologne, including transfers.

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 via Koblenz which takes 3h 55m and costs €45 - €80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 23m.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Schengen to Cologne by train, bus, 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.

Train via Koblenz
best
1. Take the train from Perl to Trier, Hauptbahnhoftrain
2. Take the train from Trier, Hauptbahnhof to Koblenz Hauptbahnhoftrain Re1
3. Take the train from Koblenz Hbf to Koeln Suedtrain Re
3h 55m
€45–77
Drive 204.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Schengen to Colognecar 204.2 km
2h 22m
€31–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from Luxembourg, Gare Rocade to Trier, Hauptbahnhofbus L32 / ...
2. Take the bus from Trier central train station to Cologne Airport CGNbus 011
6h 23m
Train
1. Take the train from Perl to Trier, Hauptbahnhoftrain
2. Take the train from Trier, Hauptbahnhof to Kall Bftrain
3. Take the train from Kall Bf to Köln Süd Bftrain
4h 49m
€41–59
Train #2
1. Take the train from Merzig to Koblenz Hauptbahnhoftrain Re1
2. Take the train from Koblenz Hauptbahnhof to Köln West Bftrain Rb26
5h 39m
€43–59

Schengen to Cologne by train

132Weekly Trains

3h 55mAverage Duration

€45Cheapest Price

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Distance: 245.4 km
Duration: 3h 55m

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

You can take a train from Perl to Koeln Sued via Trier, Hauptbahnhof and Koblenz Hbf in around 3h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Schengen, Ennen am Doref to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Luxembourg, Gare Rocade, Trier, Hauptbahnhof, Trier central train station, Cologne Airport CGN, and Flughafen Köln/Bonn Bf in around 6h 23m.

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