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

The cheapest way to get from Arnhem to Cologne is to train which costs €18 - €130 and takes 1h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Arnhem to Cologne is to drive which takes 1h 31m and costs €28 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Arnhem and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Arnhem station to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Arnhem Centraal Station and arriving at Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis via Südviertel, Essen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Arnhem and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Arnhem Centraal and arriving at Koeln Hbf. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 44m.

How far is it from Arnhem to Cologne?

The distance between Arnhem and Cologne is 162 km. The road distance is 162.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Arnhem to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 1h 44m and costs €18 - €130.

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

The train from Arnhem Centraal to Koeln Hbf takes 1h 44m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Arnhem to Cologne bus from?

Arnhem to Cologne bus services, operated by GrandBus, depart from Arnhem Centraal Station.

Where do I catch the Arnhem to Cologne train from?

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

Train or bus from Arnhem to Cologne?

The best way to get from Arnhem to Cologne is to train which takes 1h 44m and costs €18 - €130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 1m.

Where does the Arnhem to Cologne bus arrive?

Arnhem to Cologne bus services, operated by GrandBus, arrive at Essen Hbf station.

Where does the Arnhem to Cologne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Arnhem to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Arnhem to Cologne is 163 km. It takes approximately 1h 31m to drive from Arnhem to Cologne.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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best
1. Take the train from Arnhem Centraal to Koeln Hbftrain Ice
1h 44m
€18–130
Bus
1. Take the bus from Arnhem Centraal Station to Essen Hbfbus Ivano-Frankivsk
2. Take the bus from Südviertel, Essen to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleisbus Mykolayiv
3h 1m
Drive 162.6 km
1. Drive from Arnhem to Colognecar 162.6 km
1h 31m
€29–42

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Distance: 162 km
Duration: 1h 44m

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

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Arnhem Centraal to Koeln Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €18–40 and the journey takes 1h 44m. Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) also services this route 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Arnhem Centraal Station to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis via Essen Hbf and Südviertel, Essen in around 3h 1m.

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