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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Zwolle is to train which costs €26 - €140 and takes 2h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Zwolle is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs €40 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Zwolle?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Zwolle. However, there are services departing from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis and arriving at Zwolle, Katwolderplein/Centrum via Essen Hbf, Arnhem, Centraal Station - J and Apeldoorn, Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Zwolle?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Zwolle. However, there are services departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Zwolle via Arnhem Centraal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 56m.

How far is it from Cologne to Zwolle?

The distance between Cologne and Zwolle is 237 km. The road distance is 226.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Zwolle without a car is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs €26 - €140.

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

It takes approximately 2h 56m to get from Cologne to Zwolle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Zwolle bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cologne to Zwolle train from?

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

Train or bus from Cologne to Zwolle?

The best way to get from Cologne to Zwolle is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs €26 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus and line 302 bus, which costs and takes 4h 50m.

Where does the Cologne to Zwolle bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cologne to Zwolle train arrive?

Cologne to Zwolle train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Arnhem Centraal station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Zwolle?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Zwolle is 226 km. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Cologne to Zwolle.

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

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Cologne to Zwolle - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 302 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Arnhem Centraaltrain 78
2. Take the train from Arnhem Centraal to Zwolletrain Intercity
2h 56m
€26–133
Bus, line 302 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 - J to Apeldoorn, Station - Bbus 302
4. Take the bus from Apeldoorn, Station to Zwolle, Katwolderplein/Centrumbus 210 / ...
4h 50m
Drive 226.2 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Zwollecar 226.2 km
2h 13m
€41–59
Fly, train
1. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)plane DUS - AMS
2. Take the train from Schiphol Airport Train Station to Zwolletrain
4h 9m
€141–348
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Weseltrain Re
2. Take the train from Wesel to Arnhem Centraaltrain Re
3. Take the bus from Apeldoorn, Station to Zwolle, Katwolderplein/Centrumbus 210 / ...
4h 19m

Cologne to Zwolle by train

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Distance: 237 km
Duration: 2h 56m

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

You can take a train from Köln Hbf to Zwolle via Arnhem Centraal in around 2h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Zwolle, Katwolderplein/Centrum via Südviertel, Essen, Essen Hbf, Arnhem Centraal Station, Arnhem, Centraal Station - J, and Apeldoorn, Station in around 4h 50m.

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