What is the cheapest way to get from Düsseldorf Airport to Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Düsseldorf Airport to Cologne is to drive which costs €6 - €10 and takes 36 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Düsseldorf Airport to Cologne?

The fastest way to get from Düsseldorf Airport to Cologne is to drive which takes 36 min and costs €6 - €10.

Is there a direct train between Düsseldorf Airport and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from D-Flughafen Terminal S and arriving at Köln Hbf. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 22m.

How far is it from Düsseldorf Airport to Cologne?

The distance between Düsseldorf Airport and Cologne is 49 km. The road distance is 47.3 km.

How do I travel from Düsseldorf Airport to Cologne without a car?

The best way to get from Düsseldorf Airport to Cologne without a car is to train via Düsseldorf Hbf which takes 37 min and costs €6 - €40.

How long does it take to get from Düsseldorf Airport to Cologne?

It takes approximately 37 min to get from Düsseldorf Airport to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Düsseldorf Airport to Cologne train from?

Düsseldorf Airport to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from D-Flughafen Terminal S station.

Where does the Düsseldorf Airport to Cologne train arrive?

Düsseldorf Airport to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Köln Hbf station.

Can I drive from Düsseldorf Airport to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Düsseldorf Airport to Cologne is 47 km. It takes approximately 36 min to drive from Düsseldorf Airport to Cologne.

How do I get a train ticket from Düsseldorf Airport to Cologne?

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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Düsseldorf Airport to Cologne - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Düsseldorf Airport to Cologne by train (Eurostar), car, taxi, or train

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Train via Düsseldorf Hbf
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1. Take the train from D-Flughafen Terminal S to Düsseldorf Hbftrain S11 / ...
2. Take the train from Düsseldorf Hbf to Köln Hbftrain 43 / ...
37 min
€6–39
Drive 47.3 km
1. Drive from Düsseldorf Airport to Colognecar 47.3 km
36 min
€7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Düsseldorf Airport to Colognetaxi 47.3 km
36 min
€110–140
Train
1. Take the train from D-Flughafen Terminal S to Köln Hbftrain S11
1h 22m
€13–24

Düsseldorf Airport to Cologne by train

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Distance: 48.6 km
Duration: 37 min

What companies run services between Düsseldorf Airport, Germany and Cologne, Germany?

You can take a train from D-Flughafen Terminal S to Köln Hbf via Düsseldorf Hbf in around 37 min.

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