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

The cheapest way to get from Emmen to Cologne is to drive which costs €40 - €65 and takes 2h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Emmen to Cologne is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Emmen and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Emmen station to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Emmen, Station and arriving at Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis via Groningen central station and Münster-Mitte. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Emmen and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Emmen to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Emmen and arriving at Koeln Hbf via Zwolle and Arnhem Centraal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.

How far is it from Emmen to Cologne?

The distance between Emmen and Cologne is 311 km. The road distance is 241.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Emmen to Cologne without a car is to train via Arnhem which takes 4h 43m and costs €40 - €95.

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

It takes approximately 4h 43m to get from Emmen to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Emmen to Cologne bus from?

Emmen to Cologne bus services, operated by Qbuzz B.V., depart from Emmen, Station.

Where do I catch the Emmen to Cologne train from?

Emmen to Cologne train services, operated by Blauwnet, depart from Emmen station.

Train or bus from Emmen to Cologne?

The best way to get from Emmen to Cologne is to train via Arnhem which takes 4h 43m and costs €40 - €95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 27m.

Where does the Emmen to Cologne bus arrive?

Emmen to Cologne bus services, operated by Qbuzz B.V., arrive at Groningen, Hoofdstation uitstaphalte NZ.

Where does the Emmen to Cologne train arrive?

Emmen to Cologne train services, operated by Blauwnet, arrive at Zwolle station.

Can I drive from Emmen to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Emmen to Cologne is 242 km. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Emmen to Cologne.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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

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Train via Arnhem
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1. Take the train from Emmen to Zwolletrain
2. Take the train from Zwolle to Arnhem Centraaltrain
3. Take the train from Arnhem Centraal to Koeln Hbftrain Ice
4h 43m
€41–94
Bus
1. Take the bus from Emmen, Station to Groningen, Hoofdstation uitstaphalte NZbus 300
2. Take the bus from Groningen central station to Münster bus stopbus
3. Take the bus from Münster-Mitte to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleisbus
7h 27m
Drive 241.6 km
1. Drive from Emmen to Colognecar 241.6 km
2h 6m
€45–65
Train
1. Take the train from Coevorden to Bad Bentheimtrain Rb
2. Take the train from Rheine to Koeln Hbftrain Re
6h 23m
€115–247

Emmen to Cologne by train

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4h 43mAverage Duration

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Distance: 311.5 km
Duration: 4h 43m

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

You can take a train from Emmen to Koeln Hbf via Zwolle and Arnhem Centraal in around 4h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Emmen, Station to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis via Groningen, Hoofdstation uitstaphalte NZ, Groningen central station, Münster bus stop, and Münster-Mitte in around 7h 27m.

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