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

The cheapest way to get from Arras to Cologne is to bus which costs €30 - €60 and takes 7h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Arras to Cologne is to drive which takes 3h 27m and costs €50 - €80.

Is there a direct train between Arras and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Arras to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Arras and arriving at Köln Hbf via Bruxelles Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.

How far is it from Arras to Cologne?

The distance between Arras and Cologne is 379 km. The road distance is 340.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Arras to Cologne without a car is to train via Brussels which takes 4h 2m and costs €70 - €190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 2m to get from Arras to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arras to Cologne train from?

Arras to Cologne train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Arras station.

Train or bus from Arras to Cologne?

The best way to get from Arras to Cologne is to train via Brussels which takes 4h 2m and costs €70 - €190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €60 and takes 7h 15m.

Where does the Arras to Cologne train arrive?

Arras to Cologne train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi station.

Can I drive from Arras to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Arras to Cologne is 340 km. It takes approximately 3h 27m to drive from Arras to Cologne.

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

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Arras to Cologne - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Arras to Cologne by train (TGV, Eurostar), bus, car, or train

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 Arras to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Bruxelles Midi to Köln Hbftrain 79
4h 2m
€74–183
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Arras to Lillebus 781
2. Take the bus from Lille - Europe Train Station to Cologne - Airport Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
7h 15m
€31–58
Drive 340.2 km
1. Drive from Arras to Colognecar 340.2 km
3h 27m
€53–76
Train
1. Take the train from Arras to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Koeln Hbftrain Ice
4h 3m
€74–183
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Arras to Lille Flandrestrain Ter
2. Take the bus from Lille to Leverkusenbus 280
8h 9m
€38–72

Arras to Cologne by train

7Weekly Trains

4h 2mAverage Duration

€74Cheapest Price

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Distance: 379.4 km
Duration: 4h 2m

What companies run services between Arras, France and Cologne, Germany?

You can take a train from Arras to Köln Hbf via Brussels-Midi and Bruxelles Midi in around 4h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Arras to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Lille, Lille - Europe Train Station, Cologne - Airport Bus Station, and Flughafen Köln/Bonn Bf in around 7h 15m.

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