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

The cheapest way to get from Apeldoorn to Cologne is to line 302 bus and train which costs €23 - €65 and takes 3h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Apeldoorn to Cologne is to drive which takes 1h 48m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Apeldoorn and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Apeldoorn station to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Apeldoorn, Station - G and arriving at Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis via Arnhem Central Station and Südviertel, Essen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Apeldoorn and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Apeldoorn to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Apeldoorn and arriving at Koeln Hbf via Zutphen and Arnhem Centraal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.

How far is it from Apeldoorn to Cologne?

The distance between Apeldoorn and Cologne is 189 km. The road distance is 185.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Apeldoorn to Cologne without a car is to line 302 bus and train which takes 3h 15m and costs €23 - €65.

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

It takes approximately 3h 15m to get from Apeldoorn to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Apeldoorn to Cologne bus from?

Apeldoorn to Cologne bus services, operated by RRReis, depart from Apeldoorn, Station - G.

Where do I catch the Apeldoorn to Cologne train from?

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

Train or bus from Apeldoorn to Cologne?

The best way to get from Apeldoorn to Cologne is to line 302 bus and bus which takes 5h 33m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs €24 - €70 and takes 3h 36m.

Where does the Apeldoorn to Cologne bus arrive?

Apeldoorn to Cologne bus services, operated by RRReis, arrive at Arnhem, Centraal Station - H.

Where does the Apeldoorn to Cologne train arrive?

Apeldoorn to Cologne train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Koeln Hbf station.

Can I drive from Apeldoorn to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Apeldoorn to Cologne is 186 km. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from Apeldoorn to Cologne.

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

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Apeldoorn to Cologne - 5 ways to travel via train, line 302 bus, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Apeldoorn to Cologne by bus, train, or car

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Line 302 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Apeldoorn, Amaliapark to Arnhem, Centraal Station - Hbus 302
2. Take the train from Arnhem Centraal to Koeln Hbftrain Ice
3h 15m
€23–61
Line 302 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Apeldoorn, Station - G to Arnhem, Centraal Station - Hbus 302
2. Take the bus from Arnhem Central Station to Essen central train stationbus 056
3. Take the bus from Südviertel, Essen to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleisbus
5h 33m
Drive 185.8 km
1. Drive from Apeldoorn to Colognecar 185.8 km
1h 48m
€39–56
Line 302 bus, train via Apeldoorn, Station - G
1. Take the bus from Apeldoorn, Station - G to Arnhem, Centraal Station - Hbus 302
2. Take the train from Arnhem Centraal to Köln Hbftrain 78 / ...
3h 26m
€24–62
Train
1. Take the train from Arnhem Centraal to Koeln Hbftrain Ice
3h 36m
€25–66

Apeldoorn to Cologne by bus and train

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Distance: 189.2 km
Duration: 3h 15m

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

You can take a bus from Apeldoorn, Station - G to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis via Arnhem, Centraal Station - H, Arnhem Central Station, Essen central train station, and Südviertel, Essen in around 5h 33m. Alternatively, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Arnhem Centraal to Koeln Hbf every 3 hours. Tickets cost €17–35 and the journey takes 1h 37m. Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) also services this route 3 times a day.

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