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

The cheapest way to get from Antwerp to Cologne is to drive which costs €30 - €45 and takes 2h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Antwerp to Cologne is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Antwerp and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Antwerp to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Antwerp Rooseveltplaats and arriving at Köln Heumarkt via Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Antwerp and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Anvers-Central and arriving at Koeln Hbf. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 23m.

How far is it from Antwerp to Cologne?

The distance between Antwerp and Cologne is 246 km. The road distance is 204.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Antwerp to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 2h 23m and costs .

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

The train from Anvers-Central to Koeln Hbf takes 2h 23m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Antwerp to Cologne bus from?

Antwerp to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus-eu, depart from Antwerp Rooseveltplaats station.

Where do I catch the Antwerp to Cologne train from?

Antwerp to Cologne train services, operated by Sncb/Nmbs, depart from Anvers-Central station.

Train or bus from Antwerp to Cologne?

The best way to get from Antwerp to Cologne is to train which takes 2h 23m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 42m.

Where does the Antwerp to Cologne bus arrive?

Antwerp to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus-eu, arrive at Leverkusen station.

Where does the Antwerp to Cologne train arrive?

Antwerp to Cologne train services, operated by Sncb/Nmbs, arrive at Koeln Hbf station.

Can I drive from Antwerp to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Antwerp to Cologne is 205 km. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Antwerp to Cologne.

How do I get a train ticket from Antwerp to Cologne?

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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

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

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 Anvers-Central to Koeln Hbftrain Ice
2h 23m
Drive 204.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Antwerp to Colognecar 204.7 km
2h 6m
€32–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from Antwerp Rooseveltplaats to Leverkusenbus 280
4h 42m
Train via Brussels
1. Take the train from Anvers-Central to Bruxelles-Miditrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Bruxelles Midi to Köln Hbftrain 79
3h 24m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Antwerp to Cologne.

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Distance: 245.7 km
Duration: 2h 23m

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

Sncb/Nmbs operates a train from Anvers-Central to Koeln Hbf twice daily, and the journey takes 2h 23m. Alternatively, FlixBus-eu operates a bus from Antwerp Rooseveltplaats to Leverkusen once daily, and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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