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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Arras is to bus via Flughafen Köln/Bonn Bf which costs €45 - €90 and takes 9h 13m.

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 29m and costs €50 - €75.

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, Lille Europe and Lille Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.

How far is it from Cologne to Arras?

The distance between Cologne and Arras is 384 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 50m and costs €60 - €160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 50m to get from Cologne to Arras, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Arras train from?

Cologne to Arras train services, operated by Eurostar, 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 50m and costs €60 - €160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €45 - €85 and takes 9h 10m.

Where does the Cologne to Arras train arrive?

Cologne to Arras train services, operated by Eurostar, 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 29m 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, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Cologne to Arras by train (Eurostar, TGV), bus, 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-Midi
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Lille EuropeTgv
3. Take the train from Lille Flandres to ArrasTer
4h 50m
€60–151
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leverkusen to Lille280
2. Take the bus from Lille - Europe Train Station to ArrasBlaBlaCar Bus
9h 10m
€45–85
Drive 340.6 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Arras340.6 km
3h 29m
€52–75
Train via Tournai
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Brussels-Nord79
2. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to TournaiIc / ...
3. Take the train from Lille Flandres to ArrasTer
5h 42m
€56–107
Bus via Flughafen Köln/Bonn Bf
1. Take the bus from Cologne Airport CGN to LilleN280 / ...
2. Take the bus from Lille - Europe Train Station to ArrasBlaBlaCar Bus
9h 13m
€47–86

Cologne to Arras by train and tram

72Weekly Services

4h 50mAverage Duration

€60Cheapest Price

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Distance: 384.4 km
Duration: 4h 50m

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, Lille Europe, Lille Flandres, and Lille Flandres in around 4h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Köln Hbf to Arras via Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bf, Leverkusen, Lille, and Lille - Europe Train Station in around 9h 10m.

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