What is the cheapest way to get from Sint-Niklaas to Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Sint-Niklaas to Cologne is to bus which costs €25 - €60 and takes 6h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sint-Niklaas to Cologne?

The fastest way to get from Sint-Niklaas to Cologne is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct train between Sint-Niklaas and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Sint-Niklaas to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Saint-Nicolas and arriving at Koeln-Ehrenfeld via Anvers-Berchem and Brussels-Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.

How far is it from Sint-Niklaas to Cologne?

The distance between Sint-Niklaas and Cologne is 277 km. The road distance is 227.7 km.

How do I travel from Sint-Niklaas to Cologne without a car?

The best way to get from Sint-Niklaas to Cologne without a car is to train via Brussels which takes 3h 23m and costs €28 - €80.

How long does it take to get from Sint-Niklaas to Cologne?

It takes approximately 3h 23m to get from Sint-Niklaas to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sint-Niklaas to Cologne train from?

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

Train or bus from Sint-Niklaas to Cologne?

The best way to get from Sint-Niklaas to Cologne is to train via Brussels which takes 3h 23m and costs €28 - €80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €25 - €60 and takes 6h 40m.

Where does the Sint-Niklaas to Cologne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sint-Niklaas to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Sint-Niklaas to Cologne is 228 km. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Sint-Niklaas to Cologne.

Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1736+ hotels available in Cologne.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Sint-Niklaas 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-Berchem to Brussels-NordEc / ...
2. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to Koeln-EhrenfeldIce / ...
3h 23m
€29–80
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Antwerp Rooseveltplaats to Leverkusen280
6h 40m
€25–56
Drive 227.7 km
1. Drive from Sint-Niklaas to Cologne227.7 km
2h 20m
€36–51
Train
1. Take the train from Anvers-Central to Koeln HbfIce
3h 46m
€44–104
Train #2
1. Take the train from Termonde to Bruxelles-MidiS10 / ...
2. Take the train from Bruxelles Midi to Köln Hbf79
4h 26m
€27–141

Sint-Niklaas to Cologne by train

103Weekly Trains

3h 23mAverage Duration

€29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 277.3 km
Duration: 3h 23m

What companies run services between Sint-Niklaas, Belgium and Cologne, Germany?

You can take a train from Saint-Nicolas to Koeln-Ehrenfeld via Anvers-Berchem and 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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