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

The cheapest way to get from Waalwijk to Cologne is to train via Waalwijk, Blyde Incomstelaan which costs €23 - €45 and takes 4h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Waalwijk to Cologne is to drive which takes 2h and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Waalwijk and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Waalwijk to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Waalwijk, Blyde Incomstelaan and arriving at Cologne Airport CGN via De Efteling. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Waalwijk and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Waalwijk to Cologne. However, there are services departing from 's-Hertogenbosch and arriving at Köln Hbf via Venlo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

How far is it from Waalwijk to Cologne?

The distance between Waalwijk and Cologne is 186 km. The road distance is 190.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Waalwijk to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs €23 - €90.

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

It takes approximately 4h 17m to get from Waalwijk to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Waalwijk to Cologne bus from?

Waalwijk to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from De Efteling station.

Where do I catch the Waalwijk to Cologne train from?

Waalwijk to Cologne train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from 's-Hertogenbosch station.

Train or bus from Waalwijk to Cologne?

The best way to get from Waalwijk to Cologne is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs €23 - €90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €23 - €50 and takes 5h 22m.

Where does the Waalwijk to Cologne bus arrive?

Waalwijk to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Cologne Airport CGN station.

Where does the Waalwijk to Cologne train arrive?

Waalwijk to Cologne train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Venlo station.

Can I drive from Waalwijk to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Waalwijk to Cologne is 190 km. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Waalwijk to Cologne.

Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1845+ hotels available in Cologne.

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

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1. Take the train from 's-Hertogenbosch to Venlotrain Intercity
2. Take the train from Venlo to Köln Hbftrain Ice
4h 17m
€23–90
Bus
1. Take the bus from De Efteling to Cologne Airport CGNbus N93
5h 22m
€23–50
Drive 190.2 km
1. Drive from Waalwijk to Colognecar 190.2 km
2h
€34–49
Train via Waalwijk, Blyde Incomstelaan
1. Take the train from 's-Hertogenbosch to Venlotrain Intercity
2. Take the train from Venlo to Koeln Hbftrain Ice
4h 24m
€24–44

Waalwijk to Cologne by bus and train

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Distance: 185.6 km
Duration: 4h 17m

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

You can take a bus from Waalwijk, Busstation Vredesplein to Köln Hbf via 's-Hertogenbosch, Centraal Station, 's-Hertogenbosch, and Venlo in around 4h 17m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from De Efteling to Cologne Airport CGN once daily. Tickets cost €19–35 and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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