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

The cheapest way to get from Boom to Cologne is to bus which costs €16 - €26 and takes 6h 32m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Boom and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Boom station to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Boom Station perron 1 and arriving at Köln via Brussels-North train station and Dusseldorf Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Boom and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Boom to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Boom and arriving at Koeln Hbf via Anvers-Berchem and Brussels-Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.

How far is it from Boom to Cologne?

The distance between Boom and Cologne is 277 km. The road distance is 216.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Boom to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 3h 45m and costs €50 - €130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 45m to get from Boom to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Boom to Cologne bus from?

Boom to Cologne bus services, operated by De Lijn, depart from Boom Station perron 1.

Where do I catch the Boom to Cologne train from?

Boom to Cologne train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Anvers-Berchem station.

Train or bus from Boom to Cologne?

The best way to get from Boom to Cologne is to train which takes 3h 45m and costs €50 - €130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €16 - €26 and takes 6h 32m.

Where does the Boom to Cologne bus arrive?

Boom to Cologne bus services, operated by De Lijn, arrive at Brussel Noord afstaphalte station.

Where does the Boom to Cologne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Boom to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Boom to Cologne is 216 km. It takes approximately 2h 11m to drive from Boom to Cologne.

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

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

There are 5 ways to get from Boom to Cologne by train, bus, night train, 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 Anvers-Berchem to Brussels-Nordtrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to Koeln Hbftrain Ice
3h 45m
€52–123
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Boom Station perron 1 to Brussel Noord afstaphaltebus X60
2. Take the bus from Brussels-North train station to Düsseldorf central bus stationbus 081 / ...
6h 32m
€16–26
Bus, night train
1. Take the bus from Boom Station perron 1 to Brussel Noord afstaphaltebus X60
2. Take the night train from Brussels-Nord to Koeln Hbfnighttrain Nj
4h 49m
€24–98
Drive 216.5 km
1. Drive from Boom to Colognecar 216.5 km
2h 11m
€33–48
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Boom Station perron 1 to Brussel Noord afstaphaltebus X60
2. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to Köln Hbftrain 79
3h 57m
€43–103

Boom to Cologne by train

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Distance: 277.4 km
Duration: 3h 45m

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

You can take a train from Boom to Koeln Hbf via Anvers-Berchem and Brussels-Nord in around 3h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Boom Station perron 1 to Köln via Brussel Noord afstaphalte, Brussels-North train station, and Dusseldorf Central Bus Station in around 6h 32m.

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