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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Ypres is to drive which costs €50 - €75 and takes 3h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Ypres is to drive which takes 3h 14m and costs €50 - €75.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Ypres?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Ypres. However, there are services departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Ypres via Brussels-Nord and Courtrai. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 7m.

How far is it from Cologne to Ypres?

The distance between Cologne and Ypres is 347 km. The road distance is 330.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Ypres without a car is to train which takes 4h 7m and costs €45 - €100.

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

It takes approximately 4h 7m to get from Cologne to Ypres, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Ypres train from?

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

Where does the Cologne to Ypres train arrive?

Cologne to Ypres train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Brussels-Nord station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Ypres?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Ypres is 330 km. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Cologne to Ypres.

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

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Where can I stay near Ypres?

There are 1019+ hotels available in Ypres.

Cologne to Ypres - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Cologne to Ypres by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Brussels-Nordtrain 79
2. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to Courtraitrain Ic / ...
4h 7m
€47–97
Train via Roulers
cheapest
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Brussels-Nordtrain Ice
2. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to Roulerstrain Ic
5h 14m
€46–93
Drive 330.3 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Yprescar 330.3 km
3h 14m
€51–73

Cologne to Ypres by train

56Weekly Trains

4h 7mAverage Duration

€47Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 347.2 km
Duration: 4h 7m

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

You can take a train from Köln Hbf to Ypres via Brussels-Nord and Courtrai in around 4h 7m.

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