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

The cheapest way to get from Atomium to Cologne is to bus which costs €28 - €45 and takes 5h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Atomium to Cologne is to drive which takes 2h 11m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct train between Atomium and Cologne?

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

How far is it from Atomium to Cologne?

The distance between Atomium and Cologne is 229 km. The road distance is 212.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Atomium to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 3h 3m and costs €30 - €140.

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

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

Where do I catch the Atomium to Cologne train from?

Atomium to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi station.

Train or bus from Atomium to Cologne?

The best way to get from Atomium to Cologne is to train which takes 3h 3m and costs €30 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €28 - €45 and takes 5h 55m.

Where does the Atomium to Cologne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Atomium to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Atomium to Cologne is 212 km. It takes approximately 2h 11m to drive from Atomium to Cologne.

Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1750+ hotels available in Cologne.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Atomium 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 Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Koeln HbfIce
3h 3m
€32–132
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Brussels-North train station to Cologne Airport CGNN280 / ...
5h 55m
€28–43
Drive 212.2 km
1. Drive from Atomium to Cologne212.2 km
2h 11m
€33–48
Train via Bruxelles Midi
1. Take the train from Bruxelles Midi to Köln HbfTha
3h 19m
€32–132

Atomium to Cologne by foot, subway, and train

103Weekly Services

3h 3mAverage Duration

€32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 228.5 km
Duration: 3h 3m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Koeln Hbf every 3 hours. Tickets cost €30–95 and the journey takes 1h 50m. Eurostar also services this route 5 times a day. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Brussels-North train station to Cologne Airport CGN hourly. Tickets cost €21–30 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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