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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Arras is to bus which costs €40 - €60 and takes 9h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Arras is to drive which takes 3h 31m and costs €50 - €75.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Arras?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Arras. However, there are services departing from Köln Heumarkt and arriving at Arras via Leverkusen and Lille - Europe Train Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Arras?

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

How far is it from Cologne to Arras?

The distance between Cologne and Arras is 385 km. The road distance is 340.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Arras without a car is to train which takes 4h 54m and costs €55 - €150.

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

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

Where do I catch the Cologne to Arras bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cologne to Arras train from?

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

Train or bus from Cologne to Arras?

The best way to get from Cologne to Arras is to train which takes 4h 54m and costs €55 - €150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €60 and takes 9h 25m.

Where does the Cologne to Arras bus arrive?

Cologne to Arras bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Lille station.

Where does the Cologne to Arras train arrive?

Cologne to Arras train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Arras?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Arras is 341 km. It takes approximately 3h 31m to drive from Cologne to Arras.

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

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Where can I stay near Arras?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Cologne to Arras by train (Eurostar, TGV), bus, night train, train, car, or train (TGV)

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 Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain Ice
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Lille Europetrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Arrastrain Ter
4h 54m
€58–149
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leverkusen to Lillebus 280
2. Take the bus from Lille - Europe Train Station to Arrasbus BlaBlaCar Bus
9h 25m
€43–60
Night train, train, bus
1. Take the night train from Koeln Hbf to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midinighttrain Nj
2. Take the train from Bruxelles Midi to Lille Europetrain
3. Take the bus from Lille - Europe Train Station to Arrasbus
6h 25m
€64–320
Drive 340.6 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Arrascar 340.6 km
3h 31m
€52–75
Train via Tournai
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Brussels-Nordtrain 79
2. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to Tournaitrain Ic / ...
3. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Arrastrain Ter
5h 44m
€56–102

Cologne to Arras by train and foot

73Weekly Services

4h 54mAverage Duration

€58Cheapest Price

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Distance: 384.6 km
Duration: 4h 54m

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

You can take a train from Koeln Hbf to Arras via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, Lille Europe, and Lille Flandres in around 4h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Köln Heumarkt to Arras via Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bf, Leverkusen, Lille, and Lille - Europe Train Station in around 9h 25m.

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