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

The cheapest way to get from Eindhoven to Cologne is to train via Venlo which costs €14 - €35 and takes 2h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Eindhoven to Cologne is to drive which takes 1h 30m and costs €25 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Eindhoven and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Eindhoven station to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Eindhoven Station and arriving at Köln via Dusseldorf Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h.

Is there a direct train between Eindhoven and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Eindhoven Centraal and arriving at Köln Hbf. Services depart three times a week, and operate Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. The journey takes approximately 1h 52m.

How far is it from Eindhoven to Cologne?

The distance between Eindhoven and Cologne is 135 km. The road distance is 141.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Eindhoven to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 1h 52m and costs €15 - €35.

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

The train from Eindhoven Centraal to Cologne Hbf takes 1h 52m including transfers and departs three times a week.

Where do I catch the Eindhoven to Cologne bus from?

Eindhoven to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Eindhoven Station.

Where do I catch the Eindhoven to Cologne train from?

Eindhoven to Cologne train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Eindhoven Centraal station.

Train or bus from Eindhoven to Cologne?

The best way to get from Eindhoven to Cologne is to train which takes 1h 52m and costs €15 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h.

Where does the Eindhoven to Cologne bus arrive?

Eindhoven to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Düsseldorf central bus station.

Where does the Eindhoven to Cologne train arrive?

Eindhoven to Cologne train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Köln Hbf station.

Can I drive from Eindhoven to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Eindhoven to Cologne is 142 km. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Eindhoven to Cologne.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Eindhoven to Cologne?

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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best
1. Take the train from Eindhoven Centraal to Köln Hbftrain Nightjet
1h 52m
€15–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Eindhoven Station to Düsseldorf central bus stationbus FlixBus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dusseldorf Central Bus Station to Kölnbus Ivano-Frankivsk
3h
Drive 141.9 km
1. Drive from Eindhoven to Colognecar 141.9 km
1h 30m
€26–37
Train via Venlo
1. Take the train from Eindhoven Centraal to Venlotrain Intercity
2. Take the train from Venlo to Köln Hbftrain Ice
2h 58m
€15–77
Train via Venlo #2
1. Take the train from Eindhoven Centraal to Venlotrain Intercity
2. Take the train from Venlo to Koeln Hbftrain Ice
2h 59m
€15–31

Eindhoven to Cologne by train

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Distance: 134.5 km
Duration: 1h 52m

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

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Eindhoven Centraal to Köln Hbf 3 times a week. Tickets cost €15–35 and the journey takes 1h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Eindhoven Station to Köln via Dusseldorf Central Bus Station in around 3h.

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