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Space Expo
Space museum and visitor centre with rockets, satellites and Dutch spaceflight displays beside ESA ESTEC.
Buses from Cologne to Noordwijk run on average 14 times per day, taking around 5h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £18 by train.
There are 6 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:45, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 225 km distance in 4h 35m.
Distance 225 km |
Average bus duration 5h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 4h 35m |
First bus 0:45 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Space museum and visitor centre with rockets, satellites and Dutch spaceflight displays beside ESA ESTEC.
Museum on local history, fishing, resorts and the flower-bulb trade in a former inland farmhouse complex.
Seasonal gallery and sculpture garden in nearby estate surroundings, showing contemporary art in a calm setting.
Dune reserve with walking and cycling routes through woodland, dunes and viewpoints, popular for nature and quiet.
Broad sandy beach and promenade area for sea views, walks and sunsets, central to Noordwijk aan Zee.
Elegant seafront boulevard lined with viewpoints, memorials and beach access, ideal for a scenic coastal stroll.
Lightly pickled herring, often served with onion and gherkin. A Dutch classic eaten across the coast and closely tied to local fishing traditions.
Kibbeling is battered, fried white fish served with sauce. Popular at seaside fish stalls and a staple snack on the Dutch coast.
Golden fried cod pieces in a crisp batter. Lekkerbek is a traditional Dutch fish-shop favourite, especially fitting in a beach town like Noordwijk.
Stylish beach pavilion known for seafood, grills and sunset views. Relaxed but polished atmosphere on Noordwijk strand.
Established seafront restaurant serving fish, shellfish and Dutch classics in a casual beach setting popular with locals and visitors.
Beachfront dining with seafood, seasonal plates and cocktails. Smart contemporary setting suited to a longer lunch or dinner by the sea.
Moderate for the Netherlands: hotels rise in beach and tulip season, dining is mid-priced, and local bus or rail links are reasonable.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. In cafés, small change is fine.
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Most Cologne to Noordwijk buses use the Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) to station pair. Use this guide to compare Cologne and Noordwijk bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance and baggage claim area.
Ticket office support is available at Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2).
Available at Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2): Elevators, ramps.
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