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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Simpelveld is to drive which costs €13 - €20 and takes 47 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Simpelveld is to drive which takes 47 min and costs €13 - €20.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Simpelveld?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Simpelveld. However, there are services departing from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis and arriving at Simpelveld, Dr. Poelsplein via Aachen, Bushof and Kerkrade, Parkstad Stadion. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 58m.

How far is it from Cologne to Simpelveld?

The distance between Cologne and Simpelveld is 89 km. The road distance is 77 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Simpelveld without a car is to train and line 43 bus which takes 1h 43m and costs €16 - €60.

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

It takes approximately 1h 43m to get from Cologne to Simpelveld, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Simpelveld bus from?

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

Where does the Cologne to Simpelveld bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cologne to Simpelveld?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Simpelveld is 77 km. It takes approximately 47 min to drive from Cologne to Simpelveld.

Where can I stay near Simpelveld?

There are 1559+ hotels available in Simpelveld.

Cologne to Simpelveld - 5 ways to travel via train, line 43 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train, line 43 bus
best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Aachen, Hbftrain 79 / ...
2. Take the bus from Vaals, Busstation to Simpelveld, Oranjepleinbus 43
1h 43m
€16–59
Drive 77 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Cologne to Simpelveldcar 77 km
47 min
€14–20
Bus
1. Take the bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Aachen - 58, Peterstraßebus Mykolayiv
2. Take the bus from Aachen, Bushof to Kerkrade, Parkstad Stadionbus 44
1h 58m
Train, line 43 bus via Heerlen, Station Heerlen
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Aachen, Hbftrain 79 / ...
2. Take the train from Aachen Hbf to Heerlentrain S43 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heerlen, Station Heerlen to Simpelveld, Dr. Poelspleinbus 43
2h 12m
€18–62
Train, line 25 bus, line 43 bus
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Aachen-Rothe Erdetrain Re
2. Take the bus from Aachen, Bahnhof Rothe Erde to Vaals, Busstationbus 25
3. Take the bus from Vaals, Busstation to Simpelveld, Dr. Poelspleinbus 43
2h 34m
€21–33

Cologne to Simpelveld by train and bus

205Weekly Services

1h 43mAverage Duration

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Distance: 89.5 km
Duration: 1h 43m

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

You can take a bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Simpelveld, Dr. Poelsplein via Aachen - 58, Peterstraße, Aachen, Bushof, and Kerkrade, Parkstad Stadion in around 1h 58m.

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