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Limburgs Museum
Main museum for art, culture and history in North Limburg, with varied exhibitions and a strong focus on the region and contemporary themes.
Cheapest price on 13 Sept
£29
Average ticket price on 13 Sept
£29
Fastest journey on 13 Sept
1 h 41 m
Average journey duration on 13 Sept
1 h 41 m
Trains on 13 Sept
11
Distance
73 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Venlo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Venlo will cost around £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £29.
To travel from Cologne to Venlo you need to make at least 2 changes.
10614 · 20076 · IC 3552
10612 · 20074 · IC 3548
10606 · 20068 · IC 3536
10610 · 20072 · IC 3544
10608 · 20070 · IC 3540
10614 · 20076 · IC 3552
10612 · 20074 · IC 3548
10606 · 20068 · IC 3536
10610 · 20072 · IC 3544
10608 · 20070 · IC 3540Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Venlo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £17 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 54m. 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 coach costs an average of £17, while a train costs an average of £29.
Distance: 73 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£29 Average Price | £17 Average Price Cheapest | £16 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 54m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 29m Average total duration 2h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Cologne to Venlo:
A coach is £13 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne to Venlo costing on average £29.
Other travel options to Venlo take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 59m.
Tickets start at around £29 compared to roughly £16 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-13.60. The journey takes 1h 24m versus 1h 9m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Venlo trains for tomorrow, Sunday 13 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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10602 · 20064 · IC 3528 | 6:25 Cologne Hbf | 1h41 | 8:06 Blerick | 2 changes | |
10604 · 20066 · IC 3532 | 7:25 Cologne Hbf | 1h41 | 9:06 Blerick | 2 changes | |
10606 · 20068 · IC 3536 | 8:25 Cologne Hbf | 1h41 | 10:06 Blerick | 2 changes | |
10608 · 20070 · IC 3540 | 9:25 Cologne Hbf | 1h41 | 11:06 Blerick | 2 changes | |
10610 · 20072 · IC 3544 | 10:25 Cologne Hbf | 1h41 | 12:06 Blerick | 2 changes | |
10612 · 20074 · IC 3548 | 11:25 Cologne Hbf | 1h41 | 13:06 Blerick | 2 changes | |
10614 · 20076 · IC 3552 | 12:25 Cologne Hbf | 1h41 | 14:06 Blerick | 2 changes | |
10616 · 20078 · IC 3556 | 13:25 Cologne Hbf | 1h41 | 15:06 Blerick | 2 changes | |
10618 · 20080 · IC 3560 | 14:25 Cologne Hbf | 1h41 | 16:06 Blerick | 2 changes | |
10620 · 20082 · IC 3564 | 15:25 Cologne Hbf | 1h41 | 17:06 Blerick | 2 changes | |
10622 · 20084 · IC 3568 | 16:25 Cologne Hbf | 1h41 | 18:06 Blerick | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Cologne to Venlo run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 73 km distance in 1h 41m.
Distance 73 km |
Average train duration 1h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 1h 41m |
First train 0:03 |
Last train 23:58 |
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Main museum for art, culture and history in North Limburg, with varied exhibitions and a strong focus on the region and contemporary themes.
Museum in the former Mission House of St Michael, showing ethnographic objects, mission history and changing global perspectives.
Museum and gallery space in Tegelen exploring local ceramic heritage through historic kilns, craft displays and changing exhibitions.
Central square framed by historic façades and terraces, ideal for seeing the town hall and experiencing Venlo’s lively old centre.
Popular shopping street in the heart of Venlo, lined with historic buildings, independent shops and easy links to nearby squares.
Riverside path and green corridor along the Maas, well suited to walking, views and a quieter perspective on the city.
Sweet-and-sour stewed beef from Limburg, traditionally cooked with ontbijtkoek and vinegar. A regional Sunday classic with deep local roots.
Rich rabbit stew, often with prunes or syrup, long associated with Limburg home cooking and festive family meals.
Asparagus from Limburg, typically served in spring with ham, eggs, butter sauce and potatoes. A celebrated seasonal regional dish.
Refined dining in central Venlo with modern seasonal cooking and an intimate, polished atmosphere.
Stylish restaurant known for well-presented international dishes, good wines and a relaxed city-centre setting.
Traditional brewery venue in nearby Steyl, best for local beer and hearty Limburg fare in a characterful atmosphere.
Venlo is moderate for the Netherlands: dining and hotels are usually cheaper than Amsterdam, while local transport and cafés are broadly in line with other Dutch regional cities.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for good restaurant service; round up taxi fares; small change is fine in cafés.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Venlo by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Venlo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Cologne to Venlo trains use the Köln Hbf to Blerick station pair, with some services arriving at Venlo. Use this guide to compare Cologne and Venlo train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Köln Hbf is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: asiagourmet, Coffee Fellows, dean&david, Dunkin' Donuts, KFC, McDonald's, Pizza Hut, Nordsee, Starbucks, Schweinske, & more
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only. ATMs are available at Köln Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Köln Hbf. Information desks are one near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
Luggage storage is there are luggage lockers in the station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Köln Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Köln Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Hbf: Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Wyndham Koeln, Hilton Cologne, Excelsior Hotel Ernst.
Köln/Bonn Flughafen is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln/Bonn Flughafen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Café Bistro Leysieffer, Mishba, Ständige Vertretung, Kamps
Wi-Fi is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. ATMs are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Ticket office support is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Information desks are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Luggage storage is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Köln-Ehrenfeld is 3 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln-Ehrenfeld has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: I Siciliani-Dolce&Salato, Burger King, Café Franck, Eichendorf
Wi-Fi is available at Köln-Ehrenfeld. ATMs are available at Köln-Ehrenfeld.
Ticket office support is available at Köln-Ehrenfeld. Information desks are available at Köln-Ehrenfeld.
Luggage storage is available at Köln-Ehrenfeld. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Köln-Ehrenfeld: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Köln-Ehrenfeld: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln-Ehrenfeld.
Nearby hotels include Kölnotel, Black Hotels.
Blerick has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Wilhelmina, Brasserie Sur Meuse
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Blerick. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Blerick.
Available at Blerick: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Blerick: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Blerick.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Puur, Theaterhotel Venlo, Hotel American.
Venlo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Chez l'Hêtre, Brasserie Sur Place
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Venlo. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Venlo. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Venlo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Venlo: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Venlo: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Van der Valk Hotel Venlo, Campanile Venlo, Hotel Puur.
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