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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Cambrai is to bus which costs €30 - €60 and takes 9h 25m.

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

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

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Cambrai?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Cambrai. However, there are services departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Cambrai via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, Lille Europe and Lille Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 28m.

How far is it from Cologne to Cambrai?

The distance between Cologne and Cambrai is 400 km. The road distance is 310 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Cambrai without a car is to train which takes 5h 28m and costs €60 - €170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 28m to get from Cologne to Cambrai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Cambrai train from?

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

Train or bus from Cologne to Cambrai?

The best way to get from Cologne to Cambrai is to train which takes 5h 28m and costs €60 - €170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €60 and takes 9h 25m.

Where does the Cologne to Cambrai train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cologne to Cambrai?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Cambrai is 310 km. It takes approximately 3h 3m to drive from Cologne to Cambrai.

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

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Where can I stay near Cambrai?

There are 476+ hotels available in Cambrai.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Cologne to Cambrai by train (Eurostar, TGV), bus, car, train (Eurostar), 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
best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Bruxelles Midi79
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Lille EuropeTgv
3. Take the train from Lille Flandres to CambraiTer
5h 28m
€61–164
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cologne Airport CGN to Valenciennes University820
9h 25m
€30–57
Drive 310 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Cambrai310 km
3h 3m
€48–70
Train via Tournai
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Bruxelles Midi79
2. Take the train from Bruxelles-Midi to TournaiIc / ...
3. Take the train from Lille Flandres to CambraiTer
6h 16m
€57–142
Train via Tournai #2
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Brussels-NordIce / ...
2. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to TournaiIc / ...
3. Take the train from Lille Flandres to CambraiTer
6h 18m
€52–118

Cologne to Cambrai by train and tram

68Weekly Services

5h 28mAverage Duration

€61Cheapest Price

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Distance: 399.5 km
Duration: 5h 28m

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

You can take a train from Köln Hbf to Cambrai via Bruxelles Midi, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, Lille Europe, Lille Europe, Lille Flandres, and Lille Flandres in around 5h 28m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Cologne Airport CGN to Valenciennes University twice a week. Tickets cost €25–35 and the journey takes 5h 30m.

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