How to travel from Cologne to Kleve

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Compare train and bus for Cologne to Kleve

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Kleve among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of kr180 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 18m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of kr180, while a train costs an average of kr328.

Distance: 68 miles (110 km)

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kr328

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kr180

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Cheapest

kr153

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2h 18m

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1h 48m

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4h 53m

Average total duration

4h 23m

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1h 42m

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0.1 - 0.3kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Cologne to Kleve is a bus with an average price of kr180.

This is compared to other travel options from Cologne to Kleve:

A bus is kr148 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne to Kleve costing on average kr328.

The fastest way to travel from Cologne to Kleve is by train with an average journey time of 2h 18m.

Other travel options to Kleve take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 53m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Cologne and Kleve including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Cologne to Kleve among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around kr328 compared to roughly kr153 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about kr-175.47. The journey takes 1h 48m versus 1h 42m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Cologne to Kleve

How to get from Cologne to Kleve by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Cologne to Kleve is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBus
    2:15 PM2h55
    Cologne
    5:10 PMKleve
    kr711One-way
    0 transfers

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  • FlixBus
    2:15 PM2h55
    Cologne
    5:10 PMKleve
    kr711One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    2:15 PM2h55
    Cologne
    5:10 PMKleve
    kr711One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Cologne to Kleve

Travel to Kleve easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Cologne to Kleve.

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There are 2 options to travel between Cologne and Kleve including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Cologne to Kleve is a bus with an average price of kr180.

This is compared to other travel options from Cologne to Kleve:

A bus is kr148 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne to Kleve costing on average kr328.

The fastest way to travel from Cologne to Kleve is by train with an average journey time of 2h 18m.

Other travel options to Kleve take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 53m.

The distance from Cologne to Kleve is approximately 68 miles (110 km).
The average frequency per day from Cologne to Kleve is:
  • Around 8 buses per day.
  • Around 6 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Cologne and Kleve as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Cologne to Kleve:
  • Buses mostly depart from Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) and arrive in Arnheim, Amsterdamseweg (Centraal Station/Sonsbeek).
  • Trains mostly depart from Cologne Hbf and arrive in Kleve station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Cologne to Kleve, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Kleve by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Kleve by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Cologne to Kleve:
  • 2 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Cologne to Kleve often also extend their vacation to go to Amsterdam, Hamm, Berlin, Düsseldorf, Paris. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Kleve and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Kleve to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
To fully explore Kleve, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended, allowing time to visit attractions such as the Schwanenburg Castle, Kleve Zoo, and the Museum Kurhaus Kleve, as well as enjoy the town's parks and local cuisine.

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