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How to get fromArcen to Cologneby bus, train, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Arcen to Cologne by bus, train, or car

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  1. Bus, train

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    1. Take the bus from Arcen, Rotonde N271 to Venlo, Busstationbus bus 383
    2. Take the train from Venlo to Köln Hbftrain train 78 / ...
    2h 31m
    €13–35

  2. Drive  96.4 km

    1. Drive from Arcen to Colognecar car 96.4 km
    1h 7m
    €18–26

  3. Bus, train via Venlo

    1. Take the bus from Arcen, Rotonde N271 to Venlo, Busstationbus bus 383
    2. Take the train from Venlo to Koeln Hbftrain train Ice
    2h 47m
    €13–24

Arcen to Cologne by bus and train

Calendar97Weekly Services
Duration2h 31mAverage Duration
Ticket€13Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 97.6 km
  • Duration: 2h 31m

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

There is no direct connection from Arcen to Cologne. However, you can take the bus to Venlo, Busstation, walk to Venlo, then take the train to Köln Hbf. Alternatively, you can drive from Arcen to Cologne in around 1h 7m.

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