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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Bredene is to bus which costs €28 - €50 and takes 7h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Bredene is to drive which takes 3h 8m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Bredene?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Bredene. However, there are services departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Bredene Duinenplein via Bruxelles-Midi and Oostende Station tramperron 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.

How far is it from Cologne to Bredene?

The distance between Cologne and Bredene is 339 km. The road distance is 319.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Bredene without a car is to train via Brussels which takes 3h 37m and costs €70 - €170.

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

It takes approximately 3h 37m to get from Cologne to Bredene, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Bredene train from?

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

Train or bus from Cologne to Bredene?

The best way to get from Cologne to Bredene is to train via Brussels which takes 3h 37m and costs €70 - €170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €28 - €50 and takes 7h 11m.

Where does the Cologne to Bredene train arrive?

Cologne to Bredene train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Bruxelles Midi station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Bredene?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Bredene is 320 km. It takes approximately 3h 8m to drive from Cologne to Bredene.

Where can I stay near Bredene?

There are 3122+ hotels available in Bredene.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Brussels
best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Bruxelles Miditrain 79
2. Take the train from Bruxelles-Midi to Ostendetrain Ic / ...
3h 37m
€73–168
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Düsseldorf central bus station to Brugesbus N1360b / ...
7h 11m
€28–49
Drive 319.6 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Bredenecar 319.6 km
3h 8m
€49–70
Train
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Brussels-Nordtrain Ice
2. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to Ostendetrain Ic / ...
3h 47m
€68–152

Cologne to Bredene by train and tram

99Weekly Services

3h 37mAverage Duration

€73Cheapest Price

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Distance: 339.3 km
Duration: 3h 37m

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

You can take a train from Köln Hbf to Bredene Duinenplein via Bruxelles Midi, Bruxelles-Midi, Ostende, and Oostende Station tramperron 3 in around 3h 37m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Düsseldorf central bus station to Bruges once daily. Tickets cost €21–40 and the journey takes 4h 55m.

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