North Rhine Westphalia to Cologne

North Rhine Westphalia to Cologne

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$5
 
 
$413

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North Rhine Westphalia to Cologne Schedule

North Rhine Westphalia to Cologne Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
CD Unreserved 2nd Class Seat 01:32 - 02:23€ 31.55
CD Unreserved 1st Class Seat 02:44 - 03:13€ 59.33
CD 2nd Class Seat 05:02 - 05:53€ 28.47
CD 2nd Class Seat 07:13 - 07:48€ 28.91
CD 2nd Class Seat 08:08 - 09:16€ 28.91
Eurowings Economy 11:05 - 18:10€ 189.72
Flixtrain Standard 12:52 - 13:21€ 3.29
Eurowings Economy 14:30 - 22:20€ 189.72
Eurowings Economy 16:20 - 12:55€ 154.02
Flixtrain Standard 19:17 - 19:46€ 4.39
Flixtrain Standard 21:20 - 21:55€ 3.29

Transportation from North Rhine Westphalia to Cologne

Facts about the transport from North Rhine Westphalia to Cologne

Cheapest Transport$4
Fastest Transport23m
Earliest Departure12:02 AM
Latest Departure11:10 PM
Departures per day49
Distance86 kilometers
Transport CompaniesBlablacar Bus, CD, Daytrip, FlixBus, Flixtrain, Turkish Airlines

How to get from North Rhine Westphalia to Cologne

Travelling between North Rhine Westphalia and Cologne is possible by Flight, bus, train and taxi. Train guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Flight is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 412.93 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 4.70.

How long does it take to get from North Rhine Westphalia to Cologne?

It can take you anywhere between 1 and 29 hours to travel between North Rhine Westphalia and Cologne depending on the means of transport you choose.

Train is the fastest way to travel between North Rhine Westphalia and Cologne. Train will bring you to your destination in 23m. Flight does a much slower job and take about 1d 4h 50m to reach Cologne.

How much does it cost to get from North Rhine Westphalia to Cologne?

Travelling between North Rhine Westphalia and Cologne can be as cheap as USD 4.70 if you opt for a Flixtrain train and as expensive as USD 412.93 if you buy a Daytrip taxi ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between North Rhine Westphalia and Cologne ?

  • 42 from North Rhine Westphalia to Cologne starting from 00:02 Duesseldorf Central until 18:34 Duesseldorf Central
  • 1 by flight from North Rhine Westphalia to Cologne starting from 16:30 Duesseldorf Airport until 16:30 Duesseldorf Airport
  • 6 from North Rhine Westphalia to Cologne starting from 00:00 Duesseldorf Hotel Transfer until 00:00 Duesseldorf Hotel Transfer

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from North Rhine Westphalia to Cologne.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Bus

Travelling from North Rhine Westphalia to Cologne overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between North Rhine Westphalia and Cologne

Blablacar Bus, FlixBus, Flixtrain

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between North Rhine Westphalia and Cologne

Daytrip

Train

Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.

Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.

What is the most popular transport to get from North Rhine Westphalia to Cologne?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Bus remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 100% opted for a bus