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 €35 - €60 and takes 9h 11m.

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 34m 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 11m.

Is there a direct train between Axel and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Axel to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Gand-Dampoort and arriving at Koeln Hbf via Gand-Saint-Pierre and Brussels-Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 24m.

How far is it from Axel to Cologne?

The distance between Axel and Cologne is 318 km. The road distance is 247.3 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 Brussels which takes 5h 24m and costs €55 - €250.

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

It takes approximately 5h 24m 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.

Where do I catch the Axel to Cologne train from?

Axel to Cologne train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Gand-Saint-Pierre station.

Train or bus from Axel to Cologne?

The best way to get from Axel to Cologne is to train via Brussels which takes 5h 24m and costs €55 - €250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €60 and takes 9h 11m.

Where does the Axel to Cologne bus arrive?

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

Where does the Axel to Cologne train arrive?

Axel to Cologne train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Brussels-Nord station.

Can I drive from Axel to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Axel to Cologne is 247 km. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Axel to Cologne.

Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1858+ hotels available in Cologne.

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Train via Brussels
best
1. Take the train from Gand-Saint-Pierre to Brussels-Nordtrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to Koeln Hbftrain Ice / ...
5h 24m
€56–245
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ghent Dampoort to Leverkusenbus 280
9h 11m
€36–58
Drive 247.3 km
1. Drive from Axel to Colognecar 247.3 km
2h 34m
€44–63
Train
1. Take the train from Anvers-Central to Köln Hbftrain Trn
6h 3m
€52–218
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 6m
€46–137

Axel to Cologne by bus and train

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5h 24mAverage Duration

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Distance: 317.6 km
Duration: 5h 24m

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

You can take a bus from Axel, Politiebureau to Koeln Hbf via Terneuzen, Ziekenhuis, Gent, Dampoort, Gand-Dampoort, Gand-Saint-Pierre, and Brussels-Nord in around 5h 24m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Ghent Dampoort to Leverkusen once daily. Tickets cost €24–40 and the journey takes 5h 20m.

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