What is the cheapest way to get from Maastricht to Cologne Central Station?

The cheapest way to get from Maastricht to Cologne Central Station is to rideshare which costs €5 - €9 and takes 1h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Maastricht to Cologne Central Station?

The fastest way to get from Maastricht to Cologne Central Station is to drive which takes 1h 7m and costs €18 - €27.

Is there a direct bus between Maastricht and Cologne Central Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Maastricht to Cologne Central Station. However, there are services departing from Maastricht and arriving at Cologne Airport CGN via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Maastricht and Cologne Central Station?

No, there is no direct train from Maastricht to Cologne Central Station. However, there are services departing from Maastricht and arriving at Koeln Hbf via Aachen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 51m.

How far is it from Maastricht to Cologne Central Station?

The distance between Maastricht and Cologne Central Station is 117 km. The road distance is 104.4 km.

How do I travel from Maastricht to Cologne Central Station without a car?

The best way to get from Maastricht to Cologne Central Station without a car is to train which takes 1h 51m and costs €16 - €75.

How long does it take to get from Maastricht to Cologne Central Station?

It takes approximately 1h 51m to get from Maastricht to Cologne Central Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maastricht to Cologne Central Station bus from?

Maastricht to Cologne Central Station bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Maastricht station.

Where do I catch the Maastricht to Cologne Central Station train from?

Maastricht to Cologne Central Station train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Maastricht station.

Train or bus from Maastricht to Cologne Central Station?

The best way to get from Maastricht to Cologne Central Station is to train which takes 1h 51m and costs €16 - €75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €11 - €30 and takes 2h 2m.

Where does the Maastricht to Cologne Central Station bus arrive?

Maastricht to Cologne Central Station bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Cologne Airport CGN station.

Where does the Maastricht to Cologne Central Station train arrive?

Maastricht to Cologne Central Station train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Aachen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Maastricht to Cologne Central Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Maastricht to Cologne Central Station is 104 km. It takes approximately 1h 7m to drive from Maastricht to Cologne Central Station.

How do I get a train ticket from Maastricht to Cologne Central Station?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Maastricht to Cologne Central Station?

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Where can I stay near Cologne Central Station?

There are 1861+ hotels available in Cologne Central Station.

Can I share a ride from Maastricht to Cologne Central Station?

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

Maastricht to Cologne Central Station - 6 ways to travel via train

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There are 6 ways to get from Maastricht to Cologne Central Station by train (Eurostar), bus, train, car, or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Maastricht to Aachen Hbftrain S43 / ...
2. Take the train from Aachen Hbf to Koeln Hbftrain Re
1h 51m
€16–71
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Maastricht to Colognerideshare 101.9 km
1h 35m
€5–9
Line 350 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Maastricht, Wilhelminasingel to Aachen, Hauptbahnhofbus 350
2. Take the train from Aachen Hbf to Koeln Hbftrain Re
2h 1m
€18–64
Drive 104.4 km
1. Drive from Maastricht to Cologne Central Stationcar 104.4 km
1h 7m
€19–27
Bus
1. Take the bus from Maastricht to Cologne Airport CGNbus N870 / ...
2h 2m
€12–30
Train via Maastricht
1. Take the train from Maastricht to Aachen Hbftrain S43 / ...
2. Take the train from Aachen, Hbf to Köln Hbftrain Re9 / ...
2h 10m
€16–71

Maastricht to Cologne Central Station by train

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Distance: 117.1 km
Duration: 1h 51m

What companies run services between Maastricht, Netherlands and Cologne Central Station, Germany?

You can take a train from Maastricht to Koeln Hbf via Aachen Hbf in around 1h 51m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Maastricht to Cologne Airport CGN every 4 hours. Tickets cost €9–16 and the journey takes 1h 35m. BlaBlaCar Bus also services this route once daily.

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