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

The cheapest way to get from Diegem to Cologne is to train which costs €22 - €70 and takes 2h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Diegem to Cologne is to drive which takes 2h and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct train between Diegem and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Diegem to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Diegem and arriving at Koeln-Ehrenfeld via Brussels-Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.

How far is it from Diegem to Cologne?

The distance between Diegem and Cologne is 220 km. The road distance is 203.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Diegem to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 2h 31m and costs €22 - €70.

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

It takes approximately 2h 31m to get from Diegem to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Diegem to Cologne train from?

Diegem to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Brussels-Nord station.

Train or bus from Diegem to Cologne?

The best way to get from Diegem to Cologne is to train which takes 2h 31m and costs €22 - €70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €28 - €55 and takes 5h 49m.

Where does the Diegem to Cologne train arrive?

Diegem to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Koeln-Ehrenfeld station.

Can I drive from Diegem to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Diegem to Cologne is 203 km. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Diegem to Cologne.

Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1736+ hotels available in Cologne.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Diegem to Cologne by train, bus, car, or train (Eurostar)

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 Brussels-Nord to Koeln-EhrenfeldIce / ...
2h 31m
€22–70
Bus
1. Take the bus from Brussels-North train station to Cologne Airport CGNN280 / ...
5h 49m
€28–55
Drive 203.3 km
1. Drive from Diegem to Cologne203.3 km
2h
€32–46
Train via Brussels-Midi
1. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Koeln HbfIce
2h 58m
€34–135
Train via Bruxelles Midi
1. Take the train from Bruxelles Midi to Köln HbfTha
3h 8m
€34–135

Diegem to Cologne by train

103Weekly Trains

2h 31mAverage Duration

€22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 220.2 km
Duration: 2h 31m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Brussels-Nord to Koeln-Ehrenfeld hourly. Tickets cost €30–65 and the journey takes 1h 36m. Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) also services this route 3 times a week. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Brussels-North train station to Cologne Airport CGN hourly. Tickets cost €21–30 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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