What is the cheapest way to get from Ter Apel to Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Ter Apel to Cologne is to drive which costs €40 - €65 and takes 2h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ter Apel to Cologne?

The fastest way to get from Ter Apel to Cologne is to drive which takes 2h 4m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Ter Apel and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Ter Apel to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Ter Apel, Centrum and arriving at Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis via Emmen, Station, Groningen central station and Münster-Mitte. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Ter Apel and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Ter Apel to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Emmen and arriving at Koeln Hbf via Zwolle and Arnhem Centraal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 14m.

How far is it from Ter Apel to Cologne?

The distance between Ter Apel and Cologne is 329 km. The road distance is 244.2 km.

How do I travel from Ter Apel to Cologne without a car?

The best way to get from Ter Apel to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 5h 14m and costs €45 - €180.

How long does it take to get from Ter Apel to Cologne?

It takes approximately 5h 14m to get from Ter Apel to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ter Apel to Cologne bus from?

Ter Apel to Cologne bus services, operated by Qbuzz B.V., depart from Emmen, Station.

Where do I catch the Ter Apel to Cologne train from?

Ter Apel to Cologne train services, operated by Blauwnet, depart from Emmen station.

Train or bus from Ter Apel to Cologne?

The best way to get from Ter Apel to Cologne is to train which takes 5h 14m and costs €45 - €180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 4m.

Where does the Ter Apel to Cologne bus arrive?

Ter Apel to Cologne bus services, operated by Qbuzz B.V., arrive at Groningen, Hoofdstation uitstaphalte NZ.

Where does the Ter Apel to Cologne train arrive?

Ter Apel to Cologne train services, operated by Blauwnet, arrive at Zwolle station.

Can I drive from Ter Apel to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Ter Apel to Cologne is 244 km. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Ter Apel to Cologne.

Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1849+ hotels available in Cologne.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Emmen to Zwolletrain
2. Take the train from Zwolle to Arnhem Centraaltrain
3. Take the train from Arnhem Centraal to Koeln Hbftrain Ice
5h 14m
€46–172
Drive 244.2 km
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1. Drive from Ter Apel to Colognecar 244.2 km
2h 4m
€44–63
Bus
1. Take the bus from Emmen, Station to Groningen, Hoofdstation uitstaphalte NZbus 300 / ...
2. Take the bus from Groningen central station to Münster bus stopbus
3. Take the bus from Münster-Mitte to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleisbus
8h 4m
Train via Arnhem
1. Take the train from Emmen to Zwolletrain
2. Take the train from Zwolle to Arnhem Centraaltrain
3. Take the train from Arnhem Centraal to Köln Hbftrain Ice
5h 29m
€46–172

Ter Apel to Cologne by bus and train

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Distance: 328.9 km
Duration: 5h 14m

What companies run services between Ter Apel, Netherlands and Cologne, Germany?

You can take a bus from Ter Apel, Centrum to Koeln Hbf via Emmen, Station uitstaphalte, Emmen, Zwolle, and Arnhem Centraal in around 5h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ter Apel, Centrum to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis via Emmen, Station, Groningen, Hoofdstation uitstaphalte NZ, Groningen central station, Münster bus stop, and Münster-Mitte in around 8h 4m.

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