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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Kerkrade is to drive which costs €13 - €19 and takes 54 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Kerkrade is to drive which takes 54 min and costs €13 - €19.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Kerkrade?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Kerkrade. However, there are services departing from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis and arriving at Kerkrade, Einderstraat via Aachen, Bushof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Kerkrade?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Kerkrade. However, there are services departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Kerkrade Centrum via Aachen Hbf and Landgraaf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 36m.

How far is it from Cologne to Kerkrade?

The distance between Cologne and Kerkrade is 96 km. The road distance is 72.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Kerkrade without a car is to train which takes 1h 36m and costs €19 - €65.

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

It takes approximately 1h 36m to get from Cologne to Kerkrade, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Kerkrade bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cologne to Kerkrade train from?

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

Train or bus from Cologne to Kerkrade?

The best way to get from Cologne to Kerkrade is to train which takes 1h 36m and costs €19 - €65. Alternatively, you can bus and line 34 bus, which costs and takes 1h 54m.

Where does the Cologne to Kerkrade bus arrive?

Cologne to Kerkrade bus services, operated by OrionBus, arrive at Aachen - 58, Peterstraße station.

Where does the Cologne to Kerkrade train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cologne to Kerkrade?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Kerkrade is 72 km. It takes approximately 54 min to drive from Cologne to Kerkrade.

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

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Where can I stay near Kerkrade?

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Cologne to Kerkrade - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 34 bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Cologne to Kerkrade by train (Eurostar), bus, car, or train

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Aachen, Hbftrain 79
2. Take the train from Aachen Hbf to Landgraaftrain S43 / ...
1h 36m
€20–64
Drive 72.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Cologne to Kerkradecar 72.3 km
54 min
€13–19
Bus, line 34 bus
1. Take the bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Aachen - 58, Peterstraßebus Mykolayiv
2. Take the bus from Aachen, Bushof to Kerkrade, Einderstraatbus 34
1h 54m
Train, line 27 bus
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Aachen, Hbftrain 79
2. Take the train from Aachen, Hbf to Herzogenrath, Bftrain
3. Take the bus from Herzogenrath, Bahnhof to Kerkrade, Busstationbus 27
1h 37m
€17–62
Train, line 34 bus
1. Take the train from Koeln-Muelheim to Aachen Hbftrain Re
2. Take the bus from Aachen, Normaluhr to Kerkrade, Einderstraatbus 34
3h 3m

Cologne to Kerkrade by train

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Distance: 95.8 km
Duration: 1h 36m

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

You can take a train from Köln Hbf to Kerkrade Centrum via Aachen Hbf and Landgraaf in around 1h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Kerkrade, Einderstraat via Aachen - 58, Peterstraße and Aachen, Bushof in around 1h 54m.

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