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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Zandvoort is to bus which costs €27 - €45 and takes 6h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Zandvoort is to drive which takes 3h 9m and costs €45 - €75.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Zandvoort?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Zandvoort. However, there are services departing from Köln Heumarkt and arriving at Zandvoort, Koninginneweg via Leverkusen and Amsterdam, Stat. De Vlugtlaan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Zandvoort?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Zandvoort. However, there are services departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Zandvoort aan Zee via Amsterdam Centraal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.

How far is it from Cologne to Zandvoort?

The distance between Cologne and Zandvoort is 284 km. The road distance is 275.6 km.

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

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

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

It takes approximately 3h 30m to get from Cologne to Zandvoort, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Zandvoort bus from?

Cologne to Zandvoort bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Leverkusen station.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Zandvoort train from?

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

Train or bus from Cologne to Zandvoort?

The best way to get from Cologne to Zandvoort is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs €30 - €65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €27 - €45 and takes 6h 27m.

Where does the Cologne to Zandvoort bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cologne to Zandvoort train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cologne to Zandvoort?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Zandvoort is 276 km. It takes approximately 3h 9m to drive from Cologne to Zandvoort.

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

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Where can I stay near Zandvoort?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Amsterdam Centraaltrain Ice / ...
3h 30m
€31–64
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leverkusen to Amsterdam Sloterdijkbus N28 / ...
6h 27m
€28–45
Drive 275.6 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Zandvoortcar 275.6 km
3h 9m
€49–71
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to D-Flughafen Bftrain
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)plane DUS - AMS
3. Take the train from Amsterdam Sloterdijk to Zandvoort aan Zeetrain
3h 26m
€134–329
Train via Cologne Hbf
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Amsterdam Centraaltrain Drf
6h 17m

Cologne to Zandvoort by train

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Distance: 283.9 km
Duration: 3h 30m

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

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Köln Hbf to Amsterdam Centraal every 3 hours. Tickets cost €28–60 and the journey takes 2h 40m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Leverkusen to Amsterdam Sloterdijk twice daily. Tickets cost €19–35 and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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