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

The cheapest way to get from Cambrai to Cologne is to bus which costs €30 - €60 and takes 8h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cambrai to Cologne is to drive which takes 2h 59m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct train between Cambrai and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Cambrai to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Cambrai and arriving at Koeln Hbf via Gare Lille Flandres, Lille Europe and Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 54m.

How far is it from Cambrai to Cologne?

The distance between Cambrai and Cologne is 400 km. The road distance is 309.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Cambrai to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 4h 54m and costs €55 - €210.

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

It takes approximately 4h 54m to get from Cambrai to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cambrai to Cologne train from?

Cambrai to Cologne train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Cambrai station.

Train or bus from Cambrai to Cologne?

The best way to get from Cambrai to Cologne is to train which takes 4h 54m and costs €55 - €210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €60 and takes 8h 50m.

Where does the Cambrai to Cologne train arrive?

Cambrai to Cologne train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Lille Flandres station.

Can I drive from Cambrai to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Cambrai to Cologne is 309 km. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Cambrai to Cologne.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1736+ hotels available in Cologne.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Cambrai to Cologne by train (TGV, Eurostar), bus, car, or train (Eurostar)

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 Cambrai to Lille FlandresTer
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-MidiTgv
3. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Koeln HbfIce
4h 54m
€59–209
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Valenciennes University to Cologne Airport CGN820
8h 50m
€30–58
Drive 309.1 km
1. Drive from Cambrai to Cologne309.1 km
2h 59m
€48–69
Train via Tournai
1. Take the train from Cambrai to Lille FlandresTer
2. Take the train from Tournai to Bruxelles-MidiIc / ...
3. Take the train from Bruxelles Midi to Köln HbfTha
6h 29m
€57–176

Cambrai to Cologne by train and subway

70Weekly Services

4h 54mAverage Duration

€59Cheapest Price

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Distance: 399.5 km
Duration: 4h 54m

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

You can take a train from Cambrai to Koeln Hbf via Lille Flandres, Gare Lille Flandres, Lille Europe, Lille Europe, and Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi in around 4h 54m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Valenciennes University to Cologne Airport CGN twice a week. Tickets cost €25–35 and the journey takes 5h 30m.

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