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

The cheapest way to get from Menen to Cologne is to bus which costs €28 - €55 and takes 6h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Menen to Cologne is to drive which takes 3h 11m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct train between Menen and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Menen to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Menin and arriving at Köln Hbf via Gand-Saint-Pierre and Bruxelles Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 4m.

How far is it from Menen to Cologne?

The distance between Menen and Cologne is 326 km. The road distance is 311.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Menen to Cologne without a car is to train via Ghent which takes 4h 4m and costs €55 - €160.

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

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

Where do I catch the Menen to Cologne train from?

Menen to Cologne train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Menin station.

Train or bus from Menen to Cologne?

The best way to get from Menen to Cologne is to train via Ghent which takes 4h 4m and costs €55 - €160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €28 - €55 and takes 6h 56m.

Where does the Menen to Cologne train arrive?

Menen to Cologne train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Gand-Saint-Pierre station.

Can I drive from Menen to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Menen to Cologne is 312 km. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from Menen to Cologne.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Menen to Cologne by train (Eurostar), 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 via Ghent
best
1. Take the train from Menin to Gand-Saint-Pierretrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Gand-Saint-Pierre to Bruxelles-Miditrain Ic / ...
3. Take the train from Bruxelles Midi to Köln Hbftrain 79
4h 4m
€59–158
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lille - Europe Train Station to Cologne - Airport Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
6h 56m
€29–53
Drive 311.8 km
1. Drive from Menen to Colognecar 311.8 km
3h 11m
€49–70
Train
1. Take the train from Courtrai to Bruxelles-Miditrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Bruxelles Midi to Köln Hbftrain 79
4h 33m
€58–153
Train #2
1. Take the train from Courtrai to Bruxelles-Miditrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Koeln Hbftrain Ice
4h 39m
€58–153

Menen to Cologne by train

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Distance: 325.8 km
Duration: 4h 4m

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

You can take a train from Menin to Köln Hbf via Gand-Saint-Pierre, Bruxelles-Midi, and Bruxelles Midi in around 4h 4m. Alternatively, BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Lille - Europe Train Station to Cologne - Airport Bus Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost €25–45 and the journey takes 4h 40m. FlixBus also services this route 4 times a day.

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