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Traveling from Groningen to Cologne (Germany) by train
Looking to travel from Groningen to Cologne (Germany) by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 5 hours 29 minutes to travel from Groningen to Cologne (Germany) by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 3 hours 57 minutes though. You'll usually find 41 trains per day running along the 254 km route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Cologne (Germany), as there currently aren't any direct services on this route.
Plan your trip ahead of time and book early if you want to snap up the cheapest fares. Tickets from Groningen to Cologne (Germany) start from $47.43 when you book in advance, so start a search in our Journey Planner to view the latest prices.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Cologne (Germany) by train, including our train schedule where you can view first and last train times.
Groningen to Cologne (Germany) by train
It takes an average of 5h 29m to travel from Groningen to Cologne (Germany) by train, over a distance of around 158 miles (254 km). There are normally 41 trains per day traveling from Groningen to Cologne (Germany) and tickets for this journey start from $47.43 when you book in advance.
| First train | 5:17 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 10:48 pm | |
| Departure station | Groningen | |
| Arrival station | Cologne (Germany) | |
| Journey time | From 3h 57m | |
| Distance | 158 miles (254 km) | |
| Frequency | 41 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From $47.43 | |
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What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Groningen to Cologne (Germany)?
Want to know more about your journey from Groningen to Cologne (Germany)? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Groningen to Cologne (Germany)?
If you’re planning a trip to Europe soon, our Trainline team of experts have put together some tips to help you find cheap tickets. Booking on the day in Europe is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or travel class.
1. Book in advance
2. Be flexible with your travel times
3. Buy a rail pass
4. Choose a slower or connecting train
5. Look out for train ticket sales and deals
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.
* Based on European average monthly visitors to Trainline’s app and website from 1.1.2023 to 10.31.2023 vs other independent retailers.