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

The cheapest way to get from Scherpenzeel to Cologne is to train which costs €21 - €65 and takes 3h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scherpenzeel to Cologne is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Scherpenzeel and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Scherpenzeel to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Scherpenzeel, Kerk and arriving at Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis via Barneveld, Station Barneveld Centrum, Arnhem Central Station and Südviertel, Essen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Scherpenzeel and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Scherpenzeel to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Veenendaal-De Klomp and arriving at Koeln Hbf via Arnhem Centraal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.

How far is it from Scherpenzeel to Cologne?

The distance between Scherpenzeel and Cologne is 194 km. The road distance is 197.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Scherpenzeel to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs €21 - €65.

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

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Scherpenzeel to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scherpenzeel to Cologne bus from?

Scherpenzeel to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Arnhem Central Station.

Where do I catch the Scherpenzeel to Cologne train from?

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

Train or bus from Scherpenzeel to Cologne?

The best way to get from Scherpenzeel to Cologne is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs €21 - €65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 22m.

Where does the Scherpenzeel to Cologne bus arrive?

Scherpenzeel to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Essen central train station.

Where does the Scherpenzeel to Cologne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Scherpenzeel to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Scherpenzeel to Cologne is 197 km. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Scherpenzeel to Cologne.

Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1823+ hotels available in Cologne.

Scherpenzeel to Cologne - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Scherpenzeel to Cologne by train, bus, or car

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1. Take the train from Arnhem Centraal to Koeln Hbftrain Ice
3h 26m
€22–63
Bus
1. Take the bus from Arnhem Central Station to Essen central train stationbus 056
2. Take the bus from Südviertel, Essen to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleisbus Mykolayiv
6h 22m
Drive 197.2 km
1. Drive from Scherpenzeel to Colognecar 197.2 km
1h 54m
€42–61
Train via Arnhem
1. Take the train from Arnhem Centraal to Köln Hbftrain 78 / ...
3h 33m
€22–63

Scherpenzeel to Cologne by bus and train

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Distance: 193.7 km
Duration: 3h 26m

What companies run services between Scherpenzeel, Gelderland, Netherlands and Cologne, Germany?

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Arnhem Centraal to Koeln Hbf every 3 hours. Tickets cost €17–35 and the journey takes 1h 37m. Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) also services this route 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Scherpenzeel, Kerk to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis via Barneveld, Station Barneveld Centrum, Arnhem Central Station, Essen central train station, and Südviertel, Essen in around 6h 22m.

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