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 - €50 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 - €50.

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 29m.

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 29m and costs €35 - €65.

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

It takes approximately 4h 29m 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 which takes 4h 29m and costs €35 - €65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 37m.

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?

There are 1805+ hotels available in Cologne.

Schengen to Cologne - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 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
best
1. Take the train from Perl to Trier, Hauptbahnhoftrain Rb82 / ...
2. Take the train from Trier, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Süd Bftrain Re22
4h 29m
€40–64
Drive 204.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Schengen to Colognecar 204.9 km
2h 22m
€33–47
Bus
1. Take the bus from Luxembourg to Trier, Hauptbahnhofbus L32 / ...
2. Take the bus from Trier central train station to Bonn UN Campusbus N1327
5h 37m

Schengen to Cologne by train

116Weekly Trains

4h 29mAverage Duration

€40Cheapest Price

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Distance: 211.9 km
Duration: 4h 29m

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 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Schengen, Ennen am Doref to Koeln Sued via Luxembourg, Gare Rocade, Luxembourg, Trier, Hauptbahnhof, Trier central train station, Bonn UN Campus, and Bonn Un Campus in around 5h 37m.

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