What is the cheapest way to get from Antwerp (Station) to Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Antwerp (Station) to Cologne is to bus which costs €22 - €50 and takes 5h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Antwerp (Station) to Cologne?

The fastest way to get from Antwerp (Station) to Cologne is to drive which takes 1h 58m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Antwerp (Station) and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Antwerp (Station) station to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Berchem Station perron 23 and arriving at Köln Heumarkt via Antwerp Rooseveltplaats and Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Antwerp (Station) and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Antwerp (Station) to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Anvers-Berchem and arriving at Koeln Hbf via Brussels-Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.

How far is it from Antwerp (Station) to Cologne?

The distance between Antwerp (Station) and Cologne is 259 km. The road distance is 202 km.

How do I travel from Antwerp (Station) to Cologne without a car?

The best way to get from Antwerp (Station) to Cologne without a car is to train via Brussels which takes 3h 29m and costs €35 - €90.

How long does it take to get from Antwerp (Station) to Cologne?

It takes approximately 3h 29m to get from Antwerp (Station) to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Antwerp (Station) to Cologne bus from?

Antwerp (Station) to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Antwerp Rooseveltplaats station.

Where do I catch the Antwerp (Station) to Cologne train from?

Antwerp (Station) to Cologne train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Anvers-Berchem station.

Train or bus from Antwerp (Station) to Cologne?

The best way to get from Antwerp (Station) to Cologne is to train via Brussels which takes 3h 29m and costs €35 - €90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €22 - €50 and takes 5h 55m.

Where does the Antwerp (Station) to Cologne bus arrive?

Antwerp (Station) to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leverkusen station.

Where does the Antwerp (Station) to Cologne train arrive?

Antwerp (Station) to Cologne train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Brussels-Nord station.

Can I drive from Antwerp (Station) to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Antwerp (Station) to Cologne is 202 km. It takes approximately 1h 58m to drive from Antwerp (Station) to Cologne.

Where can I stay near Cologne?

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Antwerp (Station) to Cologne - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Antwerp (Station) to Cologne by train, 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 via Brussels
best
1. Take the train from Anvers-Berchem to Brussels-NordIc / ...
2. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to Koeln HbfIce
3h 29m
€36–89
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Antwerp Berchem Bus Stop to Aachen Main Train StationUnion Ivkoni - Unibus 3644
2. Take the train from Aachen, Hbf to Köln Hbf79 / ...
3h 56m
€16–76
Drive 202 km
1. Drive from Antwerp (Station) to Cologne202 km
1h 58m
€31–45
Train
1. Take the train from Anvers-Central to Koeln HbfIce
3h 32m
€43–93
Bus
1. Take the bus from Antwerp Rooseveltplaats to Leverkusen280
5h 55m
€22–48

Antwerp (Station) to Cologne by foot and train

58Weekly Services

3h 29mAverage Duration

€36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 258.6 km
Duration: 3h 29m

What companies run services between Antwerp (Station), Belgium and Cologne, Germany?

You can take a vehicle from Antwerp (Station) to Koeln Hbf via Anvers-Berchem and Brussels-Nord in around 3h 29m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Antwerp Rooseveltplaats to Leverkusen once daily. Tickets cost €19–45 and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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