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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Bakum is to drive which costs €35 - €55 and takes 2h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Bakum is to drive which takes 2h 7m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Bakum?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Bakum. However, there are services departing from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis and arriving at Vechta via Dortmund central bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Bakum?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Bakum. However, there are services departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Vechta via Osnabrück Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 5m.

How far is it from Cologne to Bakum?

The distance between Cologne and Bakum is 288 km. The road distance is 247.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Bakum without a car is to bus which takes 4h 8m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 8m to get from Cologne to Bakum, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Bakum bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cologne to Bakum train from?

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

Train or bus from Cologne to Bakum?

The best way to get from Cologne to Bakum is to bus which takes 4h 8m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs €65 - €250 and takes 5h 5m.

Where does the Cologne to Bakum bus arrive?

Cologne to Bakum bus services, operated by OrionBus, arrive at Dortmund station.

Where does the Cologne to Bakum train arrive?

Cologne to Bakum train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Osnabrück Hbf station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Bakum?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Bakum is 248 km. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Cologne to Bakum.

How do I get a bus ticket from Cologne to Bakum?

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Where can I stay near Bakum?

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Cologne to Bakum - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Cologne to Bakum by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Dortmundbus Mykolayiv
2. Take the bus from Dortmund central bus station to Vechtabus N74
4h 8m
Drive 247.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Cologne to Bakumcar 247.7 km
2h 7m
€36–51
Train
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Osnabrück Hbftrain 42 / ...
2. Take the train from Osnabrück Hbf to Vechtatrain Rb58
5h 5m
€67–250
Train via Essen
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Muelheim(Ruhr)Hbftrain Re
2. Take the train from Mülheim Hauptbahnhof to Osnabrück Hbftrain Re2
3. Take the train from Osnabrück Hbf to Vechtatrain
6h 38m

Cologne to Bakum by train and bus

30Weekly Services

5h 5mAverage Duration

€67Cheapest Price

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Distance: 287.6 km
Duration: 4h 8m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Bakum, Germany?

You can take a bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Vechta via Dortmund and Dortmund central bus station in around 4h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Köln Hbf to Bakum(Kr Vechta) Rathaus via Osnabrück Hbf, Vechta, and Vechta ZOB in around 5h 5m.

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