What is the cheapest way to get from Aalst to Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Aalst to Cologne is to bus which costs €28 - €55 and takes 6h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aalst to Cologne?

The fastest way to get from Aalst to Cologne is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct train between Aalst and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Aalst to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Alost and arriving at Koeln Hbf via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 3m.

How far is it from Aalst to Cologne?

The distance between Aalst and Cologne is 248 km. The road distance is 235.5 km.

How do I travel from Aalst to Cologne without a car?

The best way to get from Aalst to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 3h 3m and costs €35 - €140.

How long does it take to get from Aalst to Cologne?

It takes approximately 3h 3m to get from Aalst to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aalst to Cologne train from?

Aalst to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi station.

Train or bus from Aalst to Cologne?

The best way to get from Aalst to Cologne is to train which takes 3h 3m and costs €35 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €28 - €55 and takes 6h 27m.

Where does the Aalst to Cologne train arrive?

Aalst to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Koeln Hbf station.

Can I drive from Aalst to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Aalst to Cologne is 236 km. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Aalst to Cologne.

Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1740+ hotels available in Cologne.

Aalst to Cologne - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Aalst to Cologne by train (Eurostar), bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Koeln HbfIce
3h 3m
€35–137
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Aalst Zeeberg to Brussel Noord afstaphalte714 / ...
2. Take the bus from Brussels-North train station to Cologne Airport CGNN280 / ...
6h 27m
€28–55
Drive 235.5 km
1. Drive from Aalst to Cologne235.5 km
2h 25m
€37–53
Train via Bruxelles Midi
1. Take the train from Bruxelles Midi to Köln HbfTha
3h 13m
€35–137

Aalst to Cologne by train

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3h 3mAverage Duration

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Distance: 248.4 km
Duration: 3h 3m

What companies run services between Aalst, Belgium and Cologne, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Koeln Hbf every 3 hours. Tickets cost €30–70 and the journey takes 1h 50m. Eurostar also services this route 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Aalst Zeeberg to Koeln Hbf via Brussel Noord afstaphalte, Brussels-North train station, Cologne Airport CGN, and Koeln/Bonn Flughafen in around 6h 27m.

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