What is the cheapest way to get from Groningen to Köln Hbf?

The cheapest way to get from Groningen to Köln Hbf is to rideshare which costs €18 and takes 3h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Groningen to Köln Hbf?

The fastest way to get from Groningen to Köln Hbf is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs €55 - €80.

Is there a direct bus between Groningen and Köln Hbf?

No, there is no direct bus from Groningen station to Köln Hbf. However, there are services departing from Groningen central station and arriving at Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis via Münster-Mitte. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Groningen and Köln Hbf?

No, there is no direct train from Groningen to Köln Hbf. However, there are services departing from Groningen and arriving at Koeln Hbf via Zwolle and Arnhem Centraal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.

How far is it from Groningen to Köln Hbf?

The distance between Groningen and Köln Hbf is 341 km. The road distance is 301.8 km.

How do I travel from Groningen to Köln Hbf without a car?

The best way to get from Groningen to Köln Hbf without a car is to train via Arnhem which takes 4h 38m and costs €35 - €100.

How long does it take to get from Groningen to Köln Hbf?

It takes approximately 4h 38m to get from Groningen to Köln Hbf, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Groningen to Köln Hbf bus from?

Groningen to Köln Hbf bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Groningen central station.

Where do I catch the Groningen to Köln Hbf train from?

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

Train or bus from Groningen to Köln Hbf?

The best way to get from Groningen to Köln Hbf is to train via Arnhem which takes 4h 38m and costs €35 - €100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 46m.

Where does the Groningen to Köln Hbf bus arrive?

Groningen to Köln Hbf bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Münster bus stop station.

Where does the Groningen to Köln Hbf train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Groningen to Köln Hbf?

Yes, the driving distance between Groningen to Köln Hbf is 302 km. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Groningen to Köln Hbf.

How do I get a train ticket from Groningen to Köln Hbf?

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Where can I stay near Köln Hbf?

There are 1848+ hotels available in Köln Hbf.

Can I share a ride from Groningen to Köln Hbf?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Groningen and Köln Hbf. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Groningen to Köln Hbf - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Groningen to Köln Hbf by train, bus, car, plane, or rideshare

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Train via Arnhem
best
1. Take the train from Groningen to Zwolletrain
2. Take the train from Zwolle to Arnhem Centraaltrain
3. Take the train from Arnhem Centraal to Koeln Hbftrain Ice
4h 38m
€36–100
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Groningen to Colognerideshare 300.3 km
3h 38m
€18
Bus
1. Take the bus from Groningen central station to Münster bus stopbus FlixBus 027
2. Take the bus from Münster-Mitte to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleisbus Mykolayiv
5h 46m
Drive 301.8 km
1. Drive from Groningen to Köln Hbfcar 301.8 km
2h 53m
€56–81
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Groningen to Schiphol Airport Train Stationtrain
2. Fly from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane AMS - DUS
3. Take the train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Koeln Hbftrain
5h 6m
€166–381
Train
1. Take the train from Groningen to Leer(Ostfriesl)train 20106 / ...
2. Take the train from Leer(Ostfriesl) to Köln Hbftrain 35
5h 21m
€62–135

Groningen to Köln Hbf by train

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4h 38mAverage Duration

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Distance: 340.8 km
Duration: 4h 38m

What companies run services between Groningen, Netherlands and Köln Hbf, Germany?

You can take a train from Groningen to Koeln Hbf via Zwolle and Arnhem Centraal in around 4h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Groningen central station to Köln Hbf via Münster bus stop, Münster-Mitte, Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis, and Köln Ehrenfeld Bf Ehrenfeld in around 5h 46m.

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