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

The cheapest way to get from Merksem to Cologne is to bus which costs €22 - €55 and takes 6h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merksem to Cologne is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Merksem and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Merksem to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Merksem Oudebareel and arriving at Köln Heumarkt via Antwerp Rooseveltplaats and Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Merksem and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Merksem to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Anvers-Luchtbal and arriving at Koeln Hbf via Brussels-Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.

How far is it from Merksem to Cologne?

The distance between Merksem and Cologne is 263 km. The road distance is 204.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Merksem to Cologne without a car is to train via Brussels which takes 3h 23m and costs €35 - €100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 23m to get from Merksem to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merksem to Cologne bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Merksem to Cologne train from?

Merksem to Cologne train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Anvers-Luchtbal station.

Train or bus from Merksem to Cologne?

The best way to get from Merksem to Cologne is to train via Brussels which takes 3h 23m and costs €35 - €100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €22 - €55 and takes 6h 2m.

Where does the Merksem to Cologne bus arrive?

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

Where does the Merksem to Cologne train arrive?

Merksem to Cologne train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Brussels-Nord station.

Can I drive from Merksem to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Merksem to Cologne is 204 km. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Merksem to Cologne.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Merksem 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 via Brussels
best
1. Take the train from Anvers-Luchtbal to Brussels-NordIc / ...
2. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to Koeln HbfIce / ...
3h 23m
€35–99
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Antwerp Rooseveltplaats to Leverkusen280
6h 2m
€22–53
Drive 204.5 km
1. Drive from Merksem to Cologne204.5 km
2h 1m
€32–46
Train
1. Take the train from Anvers-Central to Koeln HbfIce
3h 40m
€43–113
Train via Brussels #2
1. Take the train from Antwerpen-Centraal to Brussel-ZuidEurostar / ...
2. Take the train from Bruxelles Midi to Köln HbfTha
3h 50m
€36–158

Merksem to Cologne by train

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3h 23mAverage Duration

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Distance: 263.1 km
Duration: 3h 23m

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

You can take a train from Anvers-Luchtbal to Koeln Hbf via Brussels-Nord in around 3h 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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