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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Antwerp is to bus which costs €15 - €35 and takes 5h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Antwerp is to drive which takes 2h 5m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Antwerp?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Antwerp. However, there are services departing from Köln Heumarkt and arriving at Antwerp Rooseveltplaats via Leverkusen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Antwerp?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Antwerp. However, there are services departing from Koeln Hbf and arriving at Anvers-Central via Brussels-Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 20m.

How far is it from Cologne to Antwerp?

The distance between Cologne and Antwerp is 260 km. The road distance is 204.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Antwerp without a car is to train which takes 2h 20m and costs €30 - €80.

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

It takes approximately 2h 20m to get from Cologne to Antwerp, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Antwerp bus from?

Cologne to Antwerp bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Leverkusen station.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Antwerp train from?

Cologne to Antwerp train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Koeln Hbf station.

Train or bus from Cologne to Antwerp?

The best way to get from Cologne to Antwerp is to train which takes 2h 20m and costs €30 - €80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €15 - €35 and takes 5h 30m.

Where does the Cologne to Antwerp bus arrive?

Cologne to Antwerp bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Antwerp Rooseveltplaats station.

Where does the Cologne to Antwerp train arrive?

Cologne to Antwerp train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Brussels-Nord station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Antwerp?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Antwerp is 204 km. It takes approximately 2h 5m to drive from Cologne to Antwerp.

Where can I stay near Antwerp?

There are 1066+ hotels available in Antwerp.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Cologne to Antwerp by train, 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 Koeln Hbf to Brussels-NordIce / ...
2. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to Anvers-CentralIc / ...
2h 20m
€33–79
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leverkusen to Antwerp Rooseveltplaats280
5h 30m
€15–35
Drive 204.1 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Antwerp204.1 km
2h 5m
€32–46
Train via Brussels
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Bruxelles Midi79
2. Take the train from Bruxelles-Midi to Anvers-CentralIc / ...
3h 46m
€38–120

Cologne to Antwerp by train

65Weekly Trains

2h 20mAverage Duration

€33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 260 km
Duration: 2h 20m

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

You can take a train from Koeln Hbf to Anvers-Central via Brussels-Nord in around 2h 20m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Leverkusen to Antwerp Rooseveltplaats once daily. Tickets cost €15–35 and the journey takes 3h 55m.

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