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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Apeldoorn is to train and line 302 bus which costs €24 - €110 and takes 2h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Apeldoorn is to drive which takes 1h 51m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Apeldoorn?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Apeldoorn. However, there are services departing from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis and arriving at Apeldoorn, Hoofdstraat via Essen Hbf and Arnhem, Centraal Station - J. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Apeldoorn?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Apeldoorn. However, there are services departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Apeldoorn via Arnhem Centraal and Zutphen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 55m.

How far is it from Cologne to Apeldoorn?

The distance between Cologne and Apeldoorn is 189 km. The road distance is 186.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Apeldoorn without a car is to train and line 302 bus which takes 2h 24m and costs €24 - €110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 24m to get from Cologne to Apeldoorn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Apeldoorn bus from?

Cologne to Apeldoorn bus services, operated by OrionBus, depart from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis station.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Apeldoorn train from?

Cologne to Apeldoorn train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Hbf station.

Train or bus from Cologne to Apeldoorn?

The best way to get from Cologne to Apeldoorn is to bus and line 302 bus which takes 3h 49m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs €26 - €120 and takes 2h 55m.

Where does the Cologne to Apeldoorn bus arrive?

Cologne to Apeldoorn bus services, operated by OrionBus, arrive at Südviertel, Essen station.

Where does the Cologne to Apeldoorn train arrive?

Cologne to Apeldoorn train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Arnhem Centraal station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Apeldoorn?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Apeldoorn is 187 km. It takes approximately 1h 51m to drive from Cologne to Apeldoorn.

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

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

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

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Train, line 302 bus
best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Arnhem Centraaltrain 78
2. Take the bus from Arnhem, Centraal Station - J to Apeldoorn, Amaliaparkbus 302
2h 24m
€24–109
Bus, line 302 bus
1. Take the bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Südviertel, Essenbus
2. Take the bus from Essen Hbf to Arnhem Centraal Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Arnhem, Centraal Station - J to Apeldoorn, Hoofdstraatbus 302
3h 49m
Drive 186.8 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Apeldoorncar 186.8 km
1h 51m
€34–49
Train
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Arnhem Centraaltrain 78
2. Take the train from Arnhem Centraal to Zutphentrain Sprinter / ...
2h 55m
€26–114
Train, line 302 bus via Wesel
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Weseltrain Re
2. Take the train from Wesel to Arnhem Centraaltrain Re
3. Take the bus from Arnhem, Centraal Station - J to Apeldoorn, Station - Bbus 302
3h 33m

Cologne to Apeldoorn by train and bus

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Distance: 189.4 km
Duration: 2h 24m

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

You can take a bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Apeldoorn, Hoofdstraat via Südviertel, Essen, Essen Hbf, Arnhem Centraal Station, and Arnhem, Centraal Station - J in around 3h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Köln Hbf to Apeldoorn via Arnhem Centraal and Zutphen in around 2h 55m.

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