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

The cheapest way to get from Thalwil to Cologne is to bus which costs €65 - €75 and takes 8h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Thalwil to Cologne is to fly which takes 3h 55m and costs €75 - €200.

Is there a direct bus between Thalwil and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Thalwil station to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Zürich Bus Station and arriving at Köln via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Thalwil and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Thalwil to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Thalwil and arriving at Köln Hbf via Zürich HB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 21m.

How far is it from Thalwil to Cologne?

The distance between Thalwil and Cologne is 587 km. The road distance is 543.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Thalwil to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 6h 21m and costs €200 - €310.

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

It takes approximately 6h 21m to get from Thalwil to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Thalwil to Cologne bus from?

Thalwil to Cologne bus services, operated by GrandBus, depart from Zürich Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Thalwil to Cologne train from?

Thalwil to Cologne train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Zürich HB station.

Train, bus or fly from Thalwil to Cologne?

The best way to get from Thalwil to Cologne is to train which takes 6h 21m and costs €200 - €310. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €65 - €75 and takes 8h 7m, you could also fly, which costs €75 - €200 and takes 3h 55m.

Where does the Thalwil to Cologne bus arrive?

Thalwil to Cologne bus services, operated by GrandBus, arrive at Köln station.

Where does the Thalwil to Cologne train arrive?

Thalwil to Cologne train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Köln Hbf station.

Can I drive from Thalwil to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Thalwil to Cologne is 543 km. It takes approximately 5h 37m to drive from Thalwil to Cologne.

How do I get a train ticket from Thalwil to Cologne?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Thalwil to Cologne?

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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Thalwil to Cologne - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Thalwil to Cologne by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Zürich HB to Köln Hbftrain Ice
6h 21m
€201–306
Bus via Bonn UN Campus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Zurich Bus Station to Bonn UN Campusbus FlixBus N11
11h 35m
€60–97
Bus
1. Take the bus from Zürich Bus Station to Kölnbus Ivano-Frankivsk
8h 7m
€65–75
Drive 543.2 km
1. Drive from Thalwil to Colognecar 543.2 km
5h 37m
€97–140
Fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane ZRH - CGN
3h 55m
€75–197
Fly to Düsseldorf International Airport, train
1. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane ZRH - DUS
2. Take the train from Düsseldorf Hbf to Köln Hbftrain
4h 34m
€84–244
Fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane ZRH - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain
4h 31m
€124–271

Thalwil to Cologne by train

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6h 21mAverage Duration

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Distance: 587.2 km
Duration: 6h 21m

What companies run services between Thalwil, Switzerland and Cologne, Germany?

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Zürich HB to Köln Hbf 3 times a week. Tickets cost €190–290 and the journey takes 5h 4m. Alternatively, GrandBus operates a bus from Zürich Bus Station to Köln once daily. Tickets cost €54–59 and the journey takes 6h 50m.

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