What is the cheapest way to get from Antwerp to Köln Hbf?

The cheapest way to get from Antwerp to Köln Hbf is to bus which costs €19 - €45 and takes 4h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Antwerp to Köln Hbf?

The fastest way to get from Antwerp to Köln Hbf is to drive which takes 2h 5m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Antwerp and Köln Hbf?

No, there is no direct bus from Antwerp to Köln Hbf. However, there are services departing from Antwerp Rooseveltplaats and arriving at Köln Breslauer Platz/Hbf via Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Antwerp and Köln Hbf?

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 Köln Hbf?

The distance between Antwerp and Köln Hbf is 246 km. The road distance is 205.2 km.

How do I travel from Antwerp to Köln Hbf without a car?

The best way to get from Antwerp to Köln Hbf without a car is to train which takes 2h 23m and costs €40 - €90.

How long does it take to get from Antwerp to Köln Hbf?

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

Where do I catch the Antwerp to Köln Hbf bus from?

Antwerp to Köln Hbf bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Antwerp Rooseveltplaats station.

Where do I catch the Antwerp to Köln Hbf train from?

Antwerp to Köln Hbf train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Anvers-Central station.

Train or bus from Antwerp to Köln Hbf?

The best way to get from Antwerp to Köln Hbf is to train which takes 2h 23m and costs €40 - €90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €19 - €45 and takes 4h 50m.

Where does the Antwerp to Köln Hbf bus arrive?

Antwerp to Köln Hbf bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leverkusen station.

Where does the Antwerp to Köln Hbf train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Antwerp to Köln Hbf?

Yes, the driving distance between Antwerp to Köln Hbf is 205 km. It takes approximately 2h 5m to drive from Antwerp to Köln Hbf.

How do I get a train ticket from Antwerp to Köln Hbf?

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Where can I stay near Köln Hbf?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Anvers-Central to Koeln HbfIce
2h 23m
€40–90
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Antwerp Rooseveltplaats to Leverkusen280
4h 50m
€19–45
Drive 205.2 km
1. Drive from Antwerp to Köln Hbf205.2 km
2h 5m
€32–46
Train via Brussels
1. Take the train from Antwerpen-Centraal to Brussel-ZuidEurostar / ...
2. Take the train from Bruxelles Midi to Köln Hbf79
3h 10m
€25–124

Antwerp to Köln Hbf by train

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2h 23mAverage Duration

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Distance: 245.7 km
Duration: 2h 23m

What companies run services between Antwerp, Belgium and Köln Hbf, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Anvers-Central to Koeln Hbf twice daily. Tickets cost €40–90 and the journey takes 2h 23m. 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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