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

The cheapest way to get from Flanders to Cologne is to bus which costs €19 - €50 and takes 4h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Flanders to Cologne is to drive which takes 2h 4m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Flanders and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Flanders to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Antwerp Rooseveltplaats and arriving at Köln Heumarkt via Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Flanders and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Flanders to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Antwerpen Groenplaats Metro Perron A and arriving at Koeln Hbf via Anvers-Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.

How far is it from Flanders to Cologne?

The distance between Flanders and Cologne is 247 km. The road distance is 204.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Flanders to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 3h 28m and costs €40 - €120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 28m to get from Flanders to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Flanders to Cologne bus from?

Flanders to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Antwerp Rooseveltplaats station.

Where do I catch the Flanders to Cologne train from?

Flanders to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Anvers-Central station.

Train or bus from Flanders to Cologne?

The best way to get from Flanders to Cologne is to train which takes 3h 28m and costs €40 - €120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €19 - €50 and takes 4h 43m.

Where does the Flanders to Cologne bus arrive?

Flanders to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leverkusen station.

Where does the Flanders to Cologne train arrive?

Flanders to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Koeln Hbf station.

Can I drive from Flanders to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Flanders to Cologne is 204 km. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Flanders to Cologne.

Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1742+ hotels available in Cologne.

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

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

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 Anvers-Central to Koeln HbfIce
3h 28m
€43–113
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Antwerp Rooseveltplaats to Leverkusen280
4h 43m
€19–50
Drive 204.2 km
1. Drive from Antwerp to Cologne204.2 km
2h 4m
€32–46
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Antwerp Berchem Bus Stop to Aachen Main Train StationUnion Ivkoni - Unibus 3644
2. Take the train from Aachen Hbf to Koeln Messe/DeutzRe
5h 26m
€24–35

Flanders to Cologne by tram and train

14Weekly Services

3h 28mAverage Duration

€43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 247.1 km
Duration: 3h 28m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Anvers-Central to Koeln Hbf twice daily. Tickets cost €40–110 and the journey takes 2h 23m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Antwerp Rooseveltplaats to Leverkusen once daily. Tickets cost €19–50 and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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