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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Purmerend is to bus which costs €24 - €40 and takes 5h.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Purmerend is to drive which takes 2h 58m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Purmerend?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Purmerend. However, there are services departing from Köln and arriving at Purmerend, Rozenstraat via Düsseldorf central bus station and Amsterdam, Station Sloterdijk. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Purmerend?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Purmerend. However, there are services departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Amsterdam Centraal via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.

How far is it from Cologne to Purmerend?

The distance between Cologne and Purmerend is 272 km. The road distance is 266.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Purmerend without a car is to train which takes 3h 36m and costs €30 - €65.

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

It takes approximately 3h 36m to get from Cologne to Purmerend, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Purmerend bus from?

Cologne to Purmerend bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Düsseldorf central bus station.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Purmerend train from?

Cologne to Purmerend train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Köln Hbf station.

Train or bus from Cologne to Purmerend?

The best way to get from Cologne to Purmerend is to train which takes 3h 36m and costs €30 - €65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €24 - €40 and takes 5h.

Where does the Cologne to Purmerend bus arrive?

Cologne to Purmerend bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Amsterdam Sloterdijk station.

Where does the Cologne to Purmerend train arrive?

Cologne to Purmerend train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Amsterdam Centraal station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Purmerend?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Purmerend is 266 km. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Cologne to Purmerend.

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

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Where can I stay near Purmerend?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Amsterdam Centraaltrain Ice / ...
3h 36m
€34–62
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Düsseldorf central bus station to Amsterdam Sloterdijkbus N61 / ...
5h
€24–37
Drive 266.2 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Purmerendcar 266.2 km
2h 58m
€48–69
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Düsseldorf Hbftrain
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)plane DUS - AMS
3h 37m
€131–310
Train via Amsterdam Centraal
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Amsterdam Centraaltrain Drf
5h 55m

Cologne to Purmerend by train and bus

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Distance: 272 km
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What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Purmerend, Netherlands?

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Köln Hbf to Amsterdam Centraal every 3 hours. Tickets cost €28–60 and the journey takes 3h 8m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Düsseldorf central bus station to Amsterdam Sloterdijk hourly. Tickets cost €18–35 and the journey takes 2h 50m. RegioJet also services this route once daily.

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