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

The cheapest way to get from Nieuwegein to Cologne is to drive which costs €35 - €60 and takes 2h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nieuwegein to Cologne is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct train between Nieuwegein and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Nieuwegein to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Nieuwegein, Nieuwegein City and arriving at Koeln Hbf via Utrecht Centraal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 6m.

How far is it from Nieuwegein to Cologne?

The distance between Nieuwegein and Cologne is 228 km. The road distance is 209.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Nieuwegein to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 3h 6m and costs €27 - €90.

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

It takes approximately 3h 6m to get from Nieuwegein to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nieuwegein to Cologne train from?

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

Where does the Nieuwegein to Cologne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Nieuwegein to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Nieuwegein to Cologne is 210 km. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Nieuwegein to Cologne.

Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1848+ hotels available in Cologne.

Nieuwegein to Cologne - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Nieuwegein to Cologne by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Utrecht Centraal to Koeln Hbftrain Ice
3h 6m
€27–89
Train via Utrecht Centraal
cheapest
1. Take the train from Utrecht Centraal to Köln Hbftrain Ice / ...
4h 13m
€26–84
Drive 209.8 km
1. Drive from Nieuwegein to Colognecar 209.8 km
2h 19m
€39–56
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Utrecht Centraal 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
4h 1m
€149–351

Nieuwegein to Cologne by tram and train

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Distance: 227.9 km
Duration: 3h 6m

What companies run services between Nieuwegein, 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. Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) also services this route once daily.

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