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

The cheapest way to get from Zug to Cologne is to drive which costs €95 - €150 and takes 5h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Zug to Cologne is to fly which takes 4h 21m and costs €90 - €250.

Is there a direct bus between Zug and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Zug station to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Zürich Bus Station and arriving at Köln via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Zug and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Zug to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Zug(Ch) and arriving at Köln Hbf via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 58m.

How far is it from Zug to Cologne?

The distance between Zug and Cologne is 608 km. The road distance is 563.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Zug to Cologne without a car is to train via Mannheim which takes 5h 58m and costs €120 - €310.

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

It takes approximately 5h 58m to get from Zug to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zug to Cologne bus from?

Zug to Cologne bus services, operated by GrandBus, depart from Zürich Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Zug to Cologne train from?

Zug to Cologne train services, operated by Trenitalia EuroCity, depart from Zug(Ch) station.

Train, bus or fly from Zug to Cologne?

The best way to get from Zug to Cologne is to train via Mannheim which takes 5h 58m and costs €120 - €310. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 25m, you could also fly, which costs €90 - €250 and takes 4h 21m.

Where does the Zug to Cologne bus arrive?

Zug to Cologne bus services, operated by GrandBus, arrive at Köln station.

Where does the Zug to Cologne train arrive?

Zug to Cologne train services, operated by Trenitalia EuroCity, arrive at Mannheim Hbf station.

Can I drive from Zug to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Zug to Cologne is 563 km. It takes approximately 5h 54m to drive from Zug to Cologne.

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

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There are 8 ways to get from Zug to Cologne by train (Trenitalia), bus, car, plane, or train

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Train via Mannheim
best
1. Take the train from Zug(Ch) to Mannheim Hbftrain Ec
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbftrain 42 / ...
5h 58m
€120–309
Fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane ZRH - CGN
4h 21m
€91–244
Bus
1. Take the bus from Zürich Bus Station to Kölnbus Ivano-Frankivsk
8h 25m
Drive 563.3 km
1. Drive from Zug to Colognecar 563.3 km
5h 54m
€100–144
Train
1. Take the train from Zürich HB to Köln Hbftrain Ice
6h 39m
€226–672
Fly to Düsseldorf International Airport, train
1. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane ZRH - DUS
2. Take the train from Düsseldorf Hbf to Köln Hbftrain
5h 2m
€94–265
Fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane ZRH - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain
5h 1m
€134–373
Fly to Luxembourg, train
1. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Luxembourg (LUX)plane ZRH - LUX
2. Take the train from Luxembourg, Gare Centrale to Trier, Hauptbahnhoftrain
3. Take the train from Trier, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Süd Bftrain
8h 1m
€146–405

Zug to Cologne by train

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Distance: 608.2 km
Duration: 5h 58m

What companies run services between Zug, Switzerland and Cologne, Germany?

You can take a train from Zug(Ch) to Köln Hbf via Mannheim Hbf and Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof in around 5h 58m. Alternatively, GrandBus operates a bus from Zürich Bus Station to Köln once daily, and the journey takes 6h 50m.

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