What is the cheapest way to get from Cologne to Rhine River?

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Rhine River is to rideshare which costs €10 - €16 and takes 2h.

What is the fastest way to get from Cologne to Rhine River?

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Rhine River is to train which takes 1h 37m and costs €18 - €130.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Rhine River?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Arnhem Centraal. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 37m.

How far is it from Cologne to Rhine River?

The distance between Cologne and Rhine River is 162 km. The road distance is 164.9 km.

How do I travel from Cologne to Rhine River without a car?

The best way to get from Cologne to Rhine River without a car is to train which takes 1h 37m and costs €18 - €130.

How long does it take to get from Cologne to Rhine River?

The train from Cologne Hbf to Arnhem Centraal takes 1h 37m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Rhine River train from?

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

Where does the Cologne to Rhine River train arrive?

Cologne to Rhine River train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Arnhem Centraal station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Rhine River?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Rhine River is 165 km. It takes approximately 1h 40m to drive from Cologne to Rhine River.

How do I get a train ticket from Cologne to Rhine River?

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Where can I stay near Rhine River?

There are 938+ hotels available in Rhine River.

Can I share a ride from Cologne to Rhine River?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Cologne and Rhine River. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Cologne to Rhine River - 4 ways to travel via train, rideshare, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Cologne to Rhine River by train, rideshare, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Arnhem Centraaltrain Ice / ...
1h 37m
€18–130
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Cologne to Arnhemrideshare 162.6 km
2h
€10–16
Train via Düsseldorf
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to D-Flughafen Bftrain 10 / ...
2. Take the train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Arnhem Centraaltrain Re / ...
2h 44m
€49–78
Drive 164.9 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Rhine Rivercar 164.9 km
1h 40m
€30–43

Cologne to Rhine River by train

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Distance: 162.2 km
Duration: 1h 37m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Rhine River, Netherlands?

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Köln Hbf to Arnhem Centraal every 3 hours. Tickets cost €18–40 and the journey takes 1h 37m. Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) also services this route every 4 hours.

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