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

The cheapest way to get from Ostend to Cologne is to drive which costs €50 - €75 and takes 3h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ostend to Cologne is to drive which takes 3h 10m and costs €50 - €75.

Is there a direct train between Ostend and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Oostende and arriving at Köln Hbf. Services depart twice a week, and operate Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 3h 26m.

How far is it from Ostend to Cologne?

The distance between Ostend and Cologne is 334 km. The road distance is 318.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Ostend to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs €60 - €180.

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

The train from Oostende to Cologne Hbf takes 3h 26m including transfers and departs twice a week.

Where do I catch the Ostend to Cologne train from?

Ostend to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Oostende station.

Where does the Ostend to Cologne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ostend to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Ostend to Cologne is 318 km. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Ostend to Cologne.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1793+ hotels available in Cologne.

Ostend to Cologne - 4 ways to travel via train, night train, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Ostend to Cologne by train, night train, 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 Oostende to Köln Hbftrain 79
3h 26m
€60–180
Train, night train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ostende to Brussels-Nordtrain Ic / ...
2. Take the night train from Brussels-Nord to Koeln Hbfnighttrain Nj
4h 54m
€43–159
Drive 318.1 km
1. Drive from Ostend to Colognecar 318.1 km
3h 10m
€50–72
Train via Brussels
1. Take the train from Ostende to Brussels-Nordtrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to Koeln Hbftrain Ice / ...
3h 56m
€62–184

Ostend to Cologne by train

2Weekly Trains

3h 26mAverage Duration

€60Cheapest Price

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Distance: 334.3 km
Duration: 3h 26m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Oostende to Köln Hbf twice a week. Tickets cost €60–180 and the journey takes 3h 26m.

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