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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Rhenen is to drive which costs €30 - €50 and takes 1h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Rhenen is to drive which takes 1h 53m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Rhenen?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Rhenen. However, there are services departing from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis and arriving at Rhenen, Stad via Essen Hbf, Arnhem, Centraal Station [ A ] and Wageningen, Busstation. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Rhenen?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Rhenen. However, there are services departing from Koeln Hbf and arriving at Arnhem Centraal via Wesel. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.

How far is it from Cologne to Rhenen?

The distance between Cologne and Rhenen is 188 km. The road distance is 177.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Rhenen without a car is to train and line 303 bus which takes 2h 51m and costs €24 - €130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 51m to get from Cologne to Rhenen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Rhenen bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cologne to Rhenen train from?

Cologne to Rhenen train services, operated by National Express, depart from Koeln Hbf station.

Train or bus from Cologne to Rhenen?

The best way to get from Cologne to Rhenen is to bus and line 303 bus which takes 4h 15m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs and takes 3h 44m.

Where does the Cologne to Rhenen bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cologne to Rhenen train arrive?

Cologne to Rhenen train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Wesel station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Rhenen?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Rhenen is 177 km. It takes approximately 1h 53m to drive from Cologne to Rhenen.

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

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Cologne to Rhenen - 4 ways to travel via train, line 303 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train, line 303 bus
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1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Arnhem Centraaltrain 78
2. Take the bus from Arnhem, Centraal Station [ A ] to Wageningen, Busstation - Abus 303 / ...
2h 51m
€24–123
Bus, line 303 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 [ A ] to Wageningen, Busstation - Abus 303 / ...
4h 15m
Drive 177.4 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Rhenencar 177.4 km
1h 53m
€32–46
Train
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Weseltrain Re
2. Take the train from Wesel to Arnhem Centraaltrain Re / ...
3h 44m

Cologne to Rhenen by train and bus

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Distance: 187.8 km
Duration: 2h 51m

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

You can take a bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Rhenen, Stad via Südviertel, Essen, Essen Hbf, Arnhem Centraal Station, Arnhem, Centraal Station [ A ], and Wageningen, Busstation in around 4h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Koeln Hbf to Rhenen, Stad via Wesel, Arnhem Centraal, Arnhem, Centraal Station [ A ], and Wageningen, Busstation in around 3h 44m.

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