Venlo to Cologne by train
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Overview: trains from Venlo to Cologne
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Travelling from Venlo to Cologne by train
Want to know how to get from Venlo to Cologne by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!
The fastest trains from Venlo to Cologne take around 1 hour and 30 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 73 kilometres.
On weekdays, the first train leaving Venlo is scheduled to depart at around 04:25. The last departure is usually at around 23:05. This is the same as during the weekend. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 19 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 1 hour.
Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$47.00.
We think any time is a great time to visit Cologne, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.
For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Cologne.
Is there a direct train from Venlo to Cologne?
The journey between Venlo and Cologne usually involves one change of train.
We usually find at least one departure on the route from Venlo to Cologne every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.
There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.
How long does it take to travel from Venlo to Cologne?
The Venlo to Cologne train travel takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes, no matter when you leave.
What are the Venlo to Cologne train times and schedule?
If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Cologne leaving Venlo at around 04:25 and the last train leaving at around 23:05. This is the same at the weekend.
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