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

The cheapest way to get from Axel to Cologne is to bus which costs €30 - €55 and takes 9h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Axel to Cologne is to drive which takes 2h 35m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Axel and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Axel station to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Axel, Stationsstraat and arriving at Köln Heumarkt via Terneuzen, Ziekenhuis, Ghent Dampoort and Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 10m.

How far is it from Axel to Cologne?

The distance between Axel and Cologne is 318 km. The road distance is 246.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Axel to Cologne without a car is to train via Gent, Dampoort which takes 5h 35m and costs €60 - €150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 35m to get from Axel to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Axel to Cologne bus from?

Axel to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Ghent Dampoort station.

Train or bus from Axel to Cologne?

The best way to get from Axel to Cologne is to train via Gent, Dampoort which takes 5h 35m and costs €60 - €150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €55 and takes 9h 10m.

Where does the Axel to Cologne bus arrive?

Axel to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leverkusen station.

Can I drive from Axel to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Axel to Cologne is 247 km. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Axel to Cologne.

Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1818+ hotels available in Cologne.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Axel 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 Gent, Dampoort
best
1. Take the train from Gent St Pieters to Köln Hbftrain 79
5h 35m
€62–150
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ghent Dampoort to Leverkusenbus 280
9h 10m
€32–53
Drive 246.7 km
1. Drive from Axel to Colognecar 246.7 km
2h 35m
€45–65
Train
1. Take the train from Gand-Saint-Pierre to Koeln Hbftrain Ice
5h 48m
€66–152
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Axel, Stationsstraat to Goes, Stationbus 20
2. Take the train from Goes to 's-Hertogenboschtrain
3. Take the train from 's-Hertogenbosch to Venlotrain
4. Take the train from Venlo to Köln Hbftrain Ice
7h 8m
€45–111

Axel to Cologne by bus and train

2Weekly Services

5h 35mAverage Duration

€62Cheapest Price

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Distance: 317.6 km
Duration: 5h 35m

What companies run services between Axel, Netherlands and Cologne, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Gent St Pieters to Köln Hbf twice a week. Tickets cost €50–130 and the journey takes 2h 40m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Ghent Dampoort to Leverkusen once daily. Tickets cost €20–35 and the journey takes 5h 20m.

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