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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Tessenderlo is to bus which costs €21 - €35 and takes 5h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Tessenderlo is to drive which takes 1h 37m and costs €23 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Tessenderlo?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Tessenderlo. However, there are services departing from Cologne Airport CGN and arriving at Tessenderlo Kerk via Hasselt Station perron 9 and Diest Station perron 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Tessenderlo?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Tessenderlo. However, there are services departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Diest via Louvain. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 5m.

How far is it from Cologne to Tessenderlo?

The distance between Cologne and Tessenderlo is 230 km. The road distance is 151.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Tessenderlo without a car is to train which takes 3h 5m and costs €40 - €170.

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

It takes approximately 3h 5m to get from Cologne to Tessenderlo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Tessenderlo bus from?

Cologne to Tessenderlo bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cologne Airport CGN station.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Tessenderlo train from?

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

Train or bus from Cologne to Tessenderlo?

The best way to get from Cologne to Tessenderlo is to train which takes 3h 5m and costs €40 - €170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €21 - €35 and takes 5h 12m.

Where does the Cologne to Tessenderlo bus arrive?

Cologne to Tessenderlo bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Hasselt Station.

Where does the Cologne to Tessenderlo train arrive?

Cologne to Tessenderlo train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Leuven station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Tessenderlo?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Tessenderlo is 151 km. It takes approximately 1h 37m to drive from Cologne to Tessenderlo.

Where can I stay near Tessenderlo?

There are 451+ hotels available in Tessenderlo.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Cologne to Tessenderlo by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Leuventrain 79
3h 5m
€42–165
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cologne Airport CGN to Hasselt Stationbus N84 / ...
5h 12m
€21–33
Drive 151.3 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Tessenderlocar 151.3 km
1h 37m
€24–34
Train via Liège
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Liège, Guillemins Bftrain 79
2. Take the train from Liège-Guillemins to Hasselttrain S41 / ...
3h 55m
€34–122

Cologne to Tessenderlo by train and bus

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Distance: 230.1 km
Duration: 3h 5m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Köln Hbf to Leuven twice a week. Tickets cost €30–150 and the journey takes 1h 40m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Cologne Airport CGN to Hasselt Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost €12–21 and the journey takes 2h 30m.

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