How to travel from Cologne to Valkenburg

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Compare bus and train for Cologne to Valkenburg

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Valkenburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of ₫10 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 11m. 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 ₫10, while a train costs an average of ₫34.

Distance: 49 miles (79 km)

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The cheapest way to travel from Cologne to Valkenburg is a bus with an average price of ₫10.

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

A bus is ₫23 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne to Valkenburg costing on average ₫34.

The fastest way to travel from Cologne to Valkenburg is by train with an average journey time of 2h 11m.

Other travel options to Valkenburg take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 12m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Cologne and Valkenburg including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Cologne to Valkenburg 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 ₫34 compared to roughly ₫51 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about ₫17. The journey takes 1h 41m versus 1h 10m 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 Valkenburg

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

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

  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    1:35 PM1h10
    Cologne
    2:45 PMValkenburg
    ₫91One-way
    0 transfers

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  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    1:35 PM1h10
    Cologne
    2:45 PMValkenburg
    ₫91One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    1:35 PM1h10
    Cologne
    2:45 PMValkenburg
    ₫91One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Cologne to Valkenburg

Travel to Valkenburg 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 Valkenburg.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Cologne and Valkenburg including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Cologne to Valkenburg is a bus with an average price of ₫10.

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

A bus is ₫23 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne to Valkenburg costing on average ₫34.

The fastest way to travel from Cologne to Valkenburg is by train with an average journey time of 2h 11m.

Other travel options to Valkenburg take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 12m.

The distance from Cologne to Valkenburg is approximately 49 miles (79 km).
The average frequency per day from Cologne to Valkenburg is:
  • Around 19 buses per day.
  • Around 5 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Cologne to Valkenburg:
  • Buses mostly depart from Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) and arrive in Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße.
  • Trains mostly depart from Cologne Hbf and arrive in Valkenburg station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Cologne to Valkenburg, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus to go to Valkenburg by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Valkenburg by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Cologne to Valkenburg:
  • 19 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Cologne to Valkenburg often also extend their vacation to go to Maastricht, Amsterdam, Aachen, Liège, Brussels. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Valkenburg and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Valkenburg to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
Typically, spending 2 to 3 days in Valkenburg allows visitors to explore its charming attractions, such as the Valkenburg Castle, the underground caves, and the Thermae 2000 spa.

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