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

The cheapest way to get from Nivelles to Cologne is to drive which costs €30 - €50 and takes 2h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nivelles to Cologne is to drive which takes 2h 11m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Nivelles and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Nivelles to Cologne station. However, there are services departing from Nivelles and arriving at Cologne - Airport Bus Station via Brussels - Midi Train Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Nivelles and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Nivelles to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Nivelles and arriving at Koeln Hbf via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.

How far is it from Nivelles to Cologne?

The distance between Nivelles and Cologne is 249 km. The road distance is 215 km.

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

The best way to get from Nivelles to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 3h 10m and costs €45 - €170.

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

It takes approximately 3h 10m to get from Nivelles to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nivelles to Cologne bus from?

Nivelles to Cologne bus services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Nivelles station.

Where do I catch the Nivelles to Cologne train from?

Nivelles to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi station.

Train or bus from Nivelles to Cologne?

The best way to get from Nivelles to Cologne is to train which takes 3h 10m and costs €45 - €170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 30m.

Where does the Nivelles to Cologne bus arrive?

Nivelles to Cologne bus services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Bruxelles-Midi station.

Where does the Nivelles to Cologne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Nivelles to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Nivelles to Cologne is 215 km. It takes approximately 2h 11m to drive from Nivelles to Cologne.

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

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Nivelles to Cologne by train (Eurostar), bus, car, or train

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Koeln Hbftrain Ice
3h 10m
€45–170
Drive 215 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Nivelles to Colognecar 215 km
2h 11m
€34–48
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nivelles to Bruxelles-Midibus Bus
2. Take the bus from Brussels - Midi Train Station to Cologne - Airport Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
5h 30m
Train via Bruxelles Midi
1. Take the train from Bruxelles Midi to Köln Hbftrain Tha
3h 15m
€40–170

Nivelles to Cologne by train

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Distance: 248.7 km
Duration: 3h 10m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Koeln Hbf every 4 hours. Tickets cost €40–160 and the journey takes 1h 52m. Eurostar also services this route 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Nivelles to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Bruxelles-Midi, Brussels - Midi Train Station, Cologne - Airport Bus Station, and Flughafen Köln/Bonn Bf in around 5h 30m.

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