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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Valkenburg is to drive which costs €16 - €24 and takes 56 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Valkenburg is to drive which takes 56 min and costs €16 - €24.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Valkenburg?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Valkenburg. However, there are services departing from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis and arriving at Valkenburg, Reinaldstraat via Aachen, Elisenbrunnen and Gulpen, Busstation. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Valkenburg?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Valkenburg. However, there are services departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Valkenburg via Aachen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 31m.

How far is it from Cologne to Valkenburg?

The distance between Cologne and Valkenburg is 106 km. The road distance is 90.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Valkenburg without a car is to train which takes 1h 31m and costs €17 - €70.

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

It takes approximately 1h 31m to get from Cologne to Valkenburg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Valkenburg bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cologne to Valkenburg train from?

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

Train or bus from Cologne to Valkenburg?

The best way to get from Cologne to Valkenburg is to train which takes 1h 31m and costs €17 - €70. Alternatively, you can bus and line 350 bus, which costs and takes 2h 30m.

Where does the Cologne to Valkenburg bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cologne to Valkenburg train arrive?

Cologne to Valkenburg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Aachen, Hbf station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Valkenburg?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Valkenburg is 90 km. It takes approximately 56 min to drive from Cologne to Valkenburg.

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

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Where can I stay near Valkenburg?

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Cologne to Valkenburg - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 350 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Aachen, Hbftrain 79 / ...
2. Take the train from Aachen Hbf to Valkenburgtrain S43
1h 31m
€18–68
Drive 90.4 km
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1. Drive from Cologne to Valkenburgcar 90.4 km
56 min
€17–24
Bus, line 350 bus
1. Take the bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Aachen - 58, Peterstraßebus Mykolayiv
2. Take the bus from Aachen, Elisenbrunnen to Gulpen-Wittem, Gulpen Busstationbus 350
2h 30m
Train via Koeln-Muelheim
1. Take the train from Koeln-Muelheim to Aachen Hbftrain Re
2. Take the train from Aachen Hbf to Valkenburgtrain S43
2h 40m

Cologne to Valkenburg by train

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1h 31mAverage Duration

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Distance: 105.7 km
Duration: 1h 31m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Valkenburg, Limburg, Netherlands?

You can take a train from Köln Hbf to Valkenburg via Aachen Hbf in around 1h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Valkenburg, Reinaldstraat via Aachen - 58, Peterstraße, Aachen, Elisenbrunnen, and Gulpen, Busstation in around 2h 30m.

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