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Compare train for Cologne to Zwolle
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Zwolle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $58 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 54m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $58, while a train costs an average of $58.
Distance: 114 miles (185 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$58 Average price Cheapest | $53 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 54m Average total duration Fastest 3h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around $58 compared to roughly $53 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-5.64. The journey takes 3h 24m versus 2h 45m 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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How to get from Cologne to Zwolle by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Cologne to Zwolle is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
- ICE 512 · 20238 · 20250 · RE RS2310:11 PM9h08Cologne Hbf7:19 AMZwolle Stadshagen$421One-way4 transfers
Cheapest
- ICE 512 · 20238 · 20250 · RE RS2310:11 PM9h08Cologne Hbf7:19 AMZwolle Stadshagen$421One-way4 transfers
Fastest
- ICE 220 · IC 36248:49 AM2h51Cologne Hbf11:40 AMZwolle station$641One-way1 transfer
Other options
- ICE 2514 · 20232 · RE RS237:11 PM4h28Cologne Hbf11:39 PMZwolle station$601One-way2 transfers
- ICE 220 · IC 3624 · RE RS228:49 AM3h02Cologne Hbf11:51 AMZwolle Stadshagen$651One-way2 transfers
- ICE 204 · 20212 · RE RS239:11 AM4h28Cologne Hbf1:39 PMZwolle station$651One-way2 transfers
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FAQs: Travel from Cologne to Zwolle
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- Around 12 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Cologne and Zwolle as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Cologne Hbf and arrive in Zwolle station.
- Travel with Deutsche Bahn, VIAS Rail GmbH, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) to go to Zwolle by train.
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