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

The cheapest way to get from Vilvoorde to Cologne is to bus which costs €17 - €45 and takes 5h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Vilvoorde to Cologne is to drive which takes 2h 9m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Vilvoorde and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Vilvoorde station to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Vilvoorde Station and arriving at Köln via Brussels-North train station and Dusseldorf Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Vilvoorde and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Vilvoorde to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Vilvorde and arriving at Köln Hbf via Bruxelles Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.

How far is it from Vilvoorde to Cologne?

The distance between Vilvoorde and Cologne is 233 km. The road distance is 203.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Vilvoorde to Cologne without a car is to train via Bruxelles Midi which takes 3h 1m and costs €22 - €100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 1m to get from Vilvoorde to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vilvoorde to Cologne bus from?

Vilvoorde to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Brussels-North train station.

Where do I catch the Vilvoorde to Cologne train from?

Vilvoorde to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Bruxelles Midi station.

Train or bus from Vilvoorde to Cologne?

The best way to get from Vilvoorde to Cologne is to train via Bruxelles Midi which takes 3h 1m and costs €22 - €100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €17 - €45 and takes 5h 41m.

Where does the Vilvoorde to Cologne bus arrive?

Vilvoorde to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Düsseldorf central bus station.

Where does the Vilvoorde to Cologne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Vilvoorde to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Vilvoorde to Cologne is 203 km. It takes approximately 2h 9m to drive from Vilvoorde to Cologne.

Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1794+ hotels available in Cologne.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Vilvoorde 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 Bruxelles Midi
best
1. Take the train from Bruxelles Midi to Köln Hbftrain 79
3h 1m
€23–100
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Brussels-North train station to Düsseldorf central bus stationbus 081 / ...
5h 41m
€17–42
Drive 203.2 km
1. Drive from Vilvoorde to Colognecar 203.2 km
2h 9m
€31–45
Train
1. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Koeln Hbftrain Ice
3h 1m
€34–100

Vilvoorde to Cologne by train

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Distance: 232.7 km
Duration: 3h 1m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Bruxelles Midi to Köln Hbf every 4 hours. Tickets cost €30–70 and the journey takes 1h 50m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Brussels-North train station to Düsseldorf central bus station every 4 hours. Tickets cost €15–40 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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