What is the cheapest way to get from Bruges to Köln Hbf?

The cheapest way to get from Bruges to Köln Hbf is to bus which costs €40 - €55 and takes 6h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bruges to Köln Hbf?

The fastest way to get from Bruges to Köln Hbf is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs €50 - €80.

Is there a direct bus between Bruges and Köln Hbf?

No, there is no direct bus from Bruges to Köln Hbf. However, there are services departing from Bruges and arriving at Köln via Dusseldorf Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Bruges and Köln Hbf?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bruges and arriving at Koeln Hbf. Services depart four times a week, and operate Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 3h 12m.

How far is it from Bruges to Köln Hbf?

The distance between Bruges and Köln Hbf is 313 km. The road distance is 294.3 km.

How do I travel from Bruges to Köln Hbf without a car?

The best way to get from Bruges to Köln Hbf without a car is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs €50 - €100.

How long does it take to get from Bruges to Köln Hbf?

The train from Bruges to Koeln Hbf takes 3h 12m including transfers and departs four times a week.

Where do I catch the Bruges to Köln Hbf bus from?

Bruges to Köln Hbf bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bruges station.

Where do I catch the Bruges to Köln Hbf train from?

Bruges to Köln Hbf train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Bruges station.

Train or bus from Bruges to Köln Hbf?

The best way to get from Bruges to Köln Hbf is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs €50 - €100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €55 and takes 6h 30m.

Where does the Bruges to Köln Hbf bus arrive?

Bruges to Köln Hbf bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Düsseldorf central bus station.

Where does the Bruges to Köln Hbf train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bruges to Köln Hbf?

Yes, the driving distance between Bruges to Köln Hbf is 294 km. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Bruges to Köln Hbf.

How do I get a train ticket from Bruges to Köln Hbf?

Book your Bruges to Köln Hbf train tickets online with Omio and 12go.asia.

How do I get a bus ticket from Bruges to Köln Hbf?

Book your Bruges to Köln Hbf bus tickets online with 12go.asia.

Where can I stay near Köln Hbf?

There are 1819+ hotels available in Köln Hbf.

Bruges to Köln Hbf - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

How to get fromBruges to Köln Hbf

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 4 ways to get from Bruges to Köln Hbf 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
best
1. Take the train from Bruges to Koeln Hbftrain Ice
3h 12m
€50–100
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bruges to Düsseldorf central bus stationbus N1360b
6h 30m
€40–55
Drive 294.3 km
1. Drive from Bruges to Köln Hbfcar 294.3 km
3h 5m
€55–79
Train via Brussels
1. Take the train from Bruges to Bruxelles-Miditrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Koeln Hbftrain Ice
3h 12m
€50–179

Bruges to Köln Hbf by train

4Weekly Trains

3h 12mAverage Duration

€50Cheapest Price

See schedules

Comparing Your Travel Options

Map of how to get from Bruges to Köln Hbf.

Launch map view

Distance: 312.6 km
Duration: 3h 12m

What companies run services between Bruges, Belgium and Köln Hbf, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Bruges to Koeln Hbf 4 times a week. Tickets cost €50–100 and the journey takes 3h 12m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bruges to Düsseldorf central bus station 5 times a week. Tickets cost €27–40 and the journey takes 5h 5m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around Germany

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.