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

The cheapest way to get from Aalter to Cologne is to bus which costs €28 - €60 and takes 7h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aalter to Cologne is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct train between Aalter and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Aalter to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Aalter and arriving at Koeln Hbf via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.

How far is it from Aalter to Cologne?

The distance between Aalter and Cologne is 292 km. The road distance is 280.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Aalter to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 3h 21m and costs €35 - €150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 21m to get from Aalter to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aalter to Cologne train from?

Aalter to Cologne train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Aalter station.

Train or bus from Aalter to Cologne?

The best way to get from Aalter to Cologne is to train which takes 3h 21m and costs €35 - €150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €28 - €60 and takes 7h 38m.

Where does the Aalter to Cologne train arrive?

Aalter to Cologne train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Bruxelles-Midi station.

Can I drive from Aalter to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Aalter to Cologne is 280 km. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Aalter to Cologne.

Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1742+ hotels available in Cologne.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Aalter 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 Aalter to Bruxelles-MidiIc
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Koeln HbfIce
3h 21m
€38–142
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ghent Dampoort to Leverkusen280
7h 38m
€28–59
Drive 280.4 km
1. Drive from Aalter to Cologne280.4 km
2h 50m
€43–63
Train via Brussels
1. Take the train from Aalter to Bruxelles-MidiIc
2. Take the train from Bruxelles Midi to Köln HbfTha
3h 38m
€38–142

Aalter to Cologne by train

103Weekly Trains

3h 21mAverage Duration

€38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 292.1 km
Duration: 3h 21m

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

You can take a train from Aalter to Koeln Hbf via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi in around 3h 21m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Ghent Dampoort to Leverkusen once daily. Tickets cost €21–50 and the journey takes 4h 55m.

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