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

The cheapest way to get from Hilversum to Cologne is to train via Utrecht Centraal which costs €25 - €55 and takes 4h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hilversum to Cologne is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs €40 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Hilversum and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Hilversum station to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Utrecht Centraal station and arriving at Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis via Südviertel, Essen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h.

Is there a direct train between Hilversum and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Hilversum to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Hilversum and arriving at Koeln Hbf via Utrecht Centraal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 7m.

How far is it from Hilversum to Cologne?

The distance between Hilversum and Cologne is 236 km. The road distance is 228.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Hilversum to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 3h 7m and costs €25 - €55.

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

It takes approximately 3h 7m to get from Hilversum to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hilversum to Cologne bus from?

Hilversum to Cologne bus services, operated by GrandBus, depart from Utrecht Centraal station.

Where do I catch the Hilversum to Cologne train from?

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

Train or bus from Hilversum to Cologne?

The best way to get from Hilversum to Cologne is to train which takes 3h 7m and costs €25 - €55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h.

Where does the Hilversum to Cologne bus arrive?

Hilversum to Cologne bus services, operated by GrandBus, arrive at Essen Hbf station.

Where does the Hilversum to Cologne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Hilversum to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Hilversum to Cologne is 229 km. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Hilversum to Cologne.

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

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best
1. Take the train from Utrecht Centraal to Koeln Hbftrain Ice
3h 7m
€26–54
Bus
1. Take the bus from Utrecht Centraal station to Essen Hbfbus Ivano-Frankivsk
2. Take the bus from Südviertel, Essen to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleisbus Mykolayiv
5h
Drive 228.7 km
1. Drive from Hilversum to Colognecar 228.7 km
2h 19m
€41–59
Fly, train
1. Fly from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane AMS - DUS
2. Take the train from Düsseldorf Hbf to Köln Hbftrain
3h 12m
€129–312
Train via Utrecht Centraal
1. Take the train from Utrecht Centraal to Köln Hbftrain Ice / ...
4h 12m
€26–54

Hilversum to Cologne by train

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Distance: 235.7 km
Duration: 3h 7m

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

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Utrecht Centraal to Koeln Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €24–50 and the journey takes 2h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Hilversum Sportpark to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis via Utrecht Centraal, Utrecht Centraal station, Essen Hbf, and Südviertel, Essen in around 5h.

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