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

The cheapest way to get from Zoetermeer to Cologne is to drive which costs €45 - €70 and takes 2h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Zoetermeer to Cologne is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct train between Zoetermeer and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Zoetermeer to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Zoetermeer Oost and arriving at Köln Hbf via Utrecht Centraal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

How far is it from Zoetermeer to Cologne?

The distance between Zoetermeer and Cologne is 266 km. The road distance is 257.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Zoetermeer to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 4h and costs €35 - €150.

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

It takes approximately 4h to get from Zoetermeer to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zoetermeer to Cologne train from?

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

Where does the Zoetermeer to Cologne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Zoetermeer to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Zoetermeer to Cologne is 258 km. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Zoetermeer to Cologne.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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Zoetermeer to Cologne - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Zoetermeer to Cologne by train, car, or plane

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 Zoetermeer Oost to Utrecht CentraalSprinter
2. Take the train from Utrecht Centraal to Köln HbfIce / ...
4h
€39–145
Drive 257.8 km
1. Drive from Zoetermeer to Cologne257.8 km
2h 51m
€46–67
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Den Haag Laan v NOI to Schiphol Airport
2. Fly from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)AMS - DUS
3. Take the train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Koeln Hbf
3h 49m
€123–349
Train via Utrecht
1. Take the train from Zoetermeer Oost to Utrecht CentraalSprinter
2. Take the train from Utrecht Centraal to Koeln HbfIce
4h 1m
€39–145

Zoetermeer to Cologne by train

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Distance: 266.3 km
Duration: 4h

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

You can take a train from Zoetermeer Oost to Köln Hbf via Utrecht Centraal in around 4h.

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