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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Roubaix is to bus which costs €24 - €40 and takes 7h 42m.

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

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

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Roubaix?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Roubaix. However, there are services departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Roubaix Place via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Lille Europe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.

How far is it from Cologne to Roubaix?

The distance between Cologne and Roubaix is 337 km. The road distance is 313.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Roubaix without a car is to train via Lille Europe which takes 3h 48m and costs €45 - €180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from Cologne to Roubaix, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Roubaix train from?

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

Train or bus from Cologne to Roubaix?

The best way to get from Cologne to Roubaix is to train via Lille Europe which takes 3h 48m and costs €45 - €180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €24 - €40 and takes 7h 42m.

Where does the Cologne to Roubaix train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cologne to Roubaix?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Roubaix is 314 km. It takes approximately 3h 8m to drive from Cologne to Roubaix.

Where can I stay near Roubaix?

There are 2141+ hotels available in Roubaix.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Cologne to Roubaix by train (Eurostar, TGV), 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 Lille Europe
best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Bruxelles Miditrain 79
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Lille Europetrain Tgv
3h 48m
€47–177
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leverkusen to Lillebus 280
7h 42m
€25–40
Drive 313.9 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Roubaixcar 313.9 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 Herseauxtrain Ic / ...
4h 19m
€56–67
Train #2
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Brussels-Nordtrain 79
2. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to Herseauxtrain Ic / ...
4h 21m
€56–67

Cologne to Roubaix by train and subway

72Weekly Services

3h 48mAverage Duration

€47Cheapest Price

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Distance: 337 km
Duration: 3h 48m

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

You can take a train from Köln Hbf to Roubaix Place via Bruxelles Midi, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, Lille Europe, and Lille Europe in around 3h 48m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Leverkusen to Lille once daily. Tickets cost €22–40 and the journey takes 5h 50m.

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