What is the cheapest way to get from Utrecht to Cologne Central Station?

The cheapest way to get from Utrecht to Cologne Central Station is to train which costs €24 - €50 and takes 2h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Utrecht to Cologne Central Station?

The fastest way to get from Utrecht to Cologne Central Station is to train which takes 2h 7m and costs €24 - €50.

Is there a direct train between Utrecht and Cologne Central Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Utrecht Centraal and arriving at Koeln Hbf. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 7m.

How far is it from Utrecht to Cologne Central Station?

The distance between Utrecht and Cologne Central Station is 218 km. The road distance is 215.7 km.

How do I travel from Utrecht to Cologne Central Station without a car?

The best way to get from Utrecht to Cologne Central Station without a car is to train which takes 2h 7m and costs €24 - €50.

How long does it take to get from Utrecht to Cologne Central Station?

The train from Utrecht Centraal to Koeln Hbf takes 2h 7m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Utrecht to Cologne Central Station train from?

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

Where does the Utrecht to Cologne Central Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Utrecht to Cologne Central Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Utrecht to Cologne Central Station is 216 km. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Utrecht to Cologne Central Station.

How do I get a train ticket from Utrecht to Cologne Central Station?

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Where can I stay near Cologne Central Station?

There are 1852+ hotels available in Cologne Central Station.

Utrecht to Cologne Central Station - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Utrecht to Cologne Central Station by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Utrecht Centraal to Koeln Hbftrain Ice
2h 7m
€24–50
Drive 215.7 km
1. Drive from Utrecht to Cologne Central Stationcar 215.7 km
2h 24m
€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
3h 29m
€132–344
Train via Venlo
1. Take the train from Utrecht Centraal to Blericktrain Intercity
2. Take the train from Venlo to Neuss Hbftrain Sneltrein RE13 / ...
3h 20m
€27–75

Utrecht to Cologne Central Station by train

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Distance: 218.5 km
Duration: 2h 7m

What companies run services between Utrecht, Netherlands and Cologne Central Station, Germany?

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Utrecht Centraal to Koeln Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €24–50 and the journey takes 2h 7m.

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