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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Leeuwarden is to train which costs €35 - €170 and takes 4h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Leeuwarden is to drive which takes 3h 17m and costs €55 - €85.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Leeuwarden?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Leeuwarden. However, there are services departing from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis and arriving at Leeuwarden, Klanderij via Münster bus stop, Groningen, Hoofdstation and Drachten, Transferium Oost. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Leeuwarden?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Leeuwarden. However, there are services departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Leeuwarden via Arnhem Centraal and Zwolle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.

How far is it from Cologne to Leeuwarden?

The distance between Cologne and Leeuwarden is 330 km. The road distance is 317 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Leeuwarden without a car is to train which takes 4h 12m and costs €35 - €170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 12m to get from Cologne to Leeuwarden, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Leeuwarden bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cologne to Leeuwarden train from?

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

Train or bus from Cologne to Leeuwarden?

The best way to get from Cologne to Leeuwarden is to train which takes 4h 12m and costs €35 - €170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 57m.

Where does the Cologne to Leeuwarden bus arrive?

Cologne to Leeuwarden bus services, operated by OrionBus, arrive at Münster-Mitte station.

Where does the Cologne to Leeuwarden train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cologne to Leeuwarden?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Leeuwarden is 317 km. It takes approximately 3h 17m to drive from Cologne to Leeuwarden.

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

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Where can I stay near Leeuwarden?

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Cologne to Leeuwarden - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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

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1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Arnhem Centraaltrain 78
2. Take the train from Arnhem Centraal to Zwolletrain
3. Take the train from Zwolle to Leeuwardentrain
4h 12m
€36–164
Bus
1. Take the bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Münster-Mittebus Mykolayiv
2. Take the bus from Münster bus stop to Groningen central stationbus FlixBus 027
6h 57m
Drive 317 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Leeuwardencar 317 km
3h 17m
€57–82
Fly, train
1. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)plane DUS - AMS
2. Take the train from Schiphol Airport Train Station to Leeuwardentrain
5h 35m
€152–379
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to D-Flughafen Bftrain 10 / ...
2. Take the train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Arnhem Centraaltrain Re
3. Take the bus from Apeldoorn, Station to Zwolle, Stationbus 201
4. Take the train from Zwolle to Leeuwardentrain
5h 48m
€74–115

Cologne to Leeuwarden by train

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Distance: 330.4 km
Duration: 4h 12m

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

You can take a train from Köln Hbf to Leeuwarden via Arnhem Centraal and Zwolle in around 4h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Leeuwarden, Klanderij via Münster-Mitte, Münster bus stop, Groningen central station, Groningen, Hoofdstation, and Drachten, Transferium Oost in around 6h 57m.

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