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

The cheapest way to get from Rijksmuseum to Cologne is to rideshare which costs €16 - €19 and takes 3h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rijksmuseum to Cologne is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Rijksmuseum and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Rijksmuseum station to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Amsterdam Centraal Station and arriving at Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis via Südviertel, Essen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Rijksmuseum and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Rijksmuseum to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Amsterdam, Vijzelgracht and arriving at Koeln Hbf via Amsterdam Centraal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.

How far is it from Rijksmuseum to Cologne?

The distance between Rijksmuseum and Cologne is 260 km. The road distance is 249.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Rijksmuseum to Cologne without a car is to train via Amsterdam, Vijzelgracht which takes 3h 25m and costs €30 - €70.

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

It takes approximately 3h 25m to get from Rijksmuseum to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rijksmuseum to Cologne bus from?

Rijksmuseum to Cologne bus services, operated by GrandBus, depart from Amsterdam Centraal Station.

Where do I catch the Rijksmuseum to Cologne train from?

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

Train or bus from Rijksmuseum to Cologne?

The best way to get from Rijksmuseum to Cologne is to train via Amsterdam, Vijzelgracht which takes 3h 25m and costs €30 - €70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 20m.

Where does the Rijksmuseum to Cologne bus arrive?

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

Where does the Rijksmuseum to Cologne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rijksmuseum to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Rijksmuseum to Cologne is 250 km. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Rijksmuseum to Cologne.

Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1820+ hotels available in Cologne.

Can I share a ride from Rijksmuseum to Cologne?

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

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There are 6 ways to get from Rijksmuseum to Cologne by train, bus, car, plane, or rideshare

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Train via Amsterdam, Vijzelgracht
best
1. Take the train from Amsterdam Centraal to Koeln Hbftrain Ice
3h 25m
€31–67
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Amsterdam to Colognerideshare 256.4 km
3h 39m
€16–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from Amsterdam Centraal Station to Essen Hbfbus Ivano-Frankivsk
2. Take the bus from Südviertel, Essen to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleisbus Mykolayiv
5h 20m
Drive 249.6 km
1. Drive from Rijksmuseum to Colognecar 249.6 km
2h 48m
€45–65
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
€129–333
Train
1. Take the train from Amsterdam Centraal to Köln Hbftrain Ice
4h 38m
€30–67

Rijksmuseum to Cologne by foot, subway, and train

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Distance: 260.5 km
Duration: 3h 25m

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

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Amsterdam Centraal to Koeln Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €29–65 and the journey takes 2h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Rijksmuseum to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis via Amsterdam, Vijzelgracht, Amsterdam, Centraal Station, Amsterdam Centraal Station, Essen Hbf, and Südviertel, Essen in around 5h 20m.

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