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

The cheapest way to get from Zwolle to Cologne is to drive which costs €35 - €60 and takes 2h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Zwolle to Cologne is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct train between Zwolle and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Zwolle to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Zwolle and arriving at Köln Hbf via Arnhem Centraal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 17m.

How far is it from Zwolle to Cologne?

The distance between Zwolle and Cologne is 237 km. The road distance is 226.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Zwolle to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 3h 17m and costs €35 - €110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 17m to get from Zwolle to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zwolle to Cologne train from?

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

Where does the Zwolle to Cologne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Zwolle to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Zwolle to Cologne is 227 km. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Zwolle to Cologne.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Zwolle to Arnhem Centraaltrain Intercity
2. Take the train from Arnhem Centraal to Köln Hbftrain 78 / ...
3h 17m
€38–103
Drive 226.7 km
1. Drive from Zwolle to Colognecar 226.7 km
2h 12m
€40–57
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Zwolle to Schiphol Airporttrain
2. Fly from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane AMS - DUS
4h 4m
€133–392
Train via Arnhem
1. Take the train from Zwolle to Arnhem Centraaltrain Intercity
2. Take the train from Arnhem Centraal to Koeln Hbftrain Ice
3h 36m
€44–103

Zwolle to Cologne by train

121Weekly Trains

3h 17mAverage Duration

€38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 237 km
Duration: 3h 17m

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

You can take a train from Zwolle to Köln Hbf via Arnhem Centraal in around 3h 17m.

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