What is the cheapest way to get from Charleroi-Central Station to Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Charleroi-Central Station to Cologne is to bus which costs €19 - €35 and takes 4h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Charleroi-Central Station to Cologne?

The fastest way to get from Charleroi-Central Station to Cologne is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Charleroi-Central Station and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Charleroi-Central Station to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Charleroi Gare Centrale and arriving at Köln via Dusseldorf Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Charleroi-Central Station and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Charleroi-Central Station to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Charleroi-Central and arriving at Koeln Hbf via Liege-Guillemins. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 53m.

How far is it from Charleroi-Central Station to Cologne?

The distance between Charleroi-Central Station and Cologne is 214 km. The road distance is 207.5 km.

How do I travel from Charleroi-Central Station to Cologne without a car?

The best way to get from Charleroi-Central Station to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 2h 53m and costs €35 - €130.

How long does it take to get from Charleroi-Central Station to Cologne?

It takes approximately 2h 53m to get from Charleroi-Central Station to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Charleroi-Central Station to Cologne bus from?

Charleroi-Central Station to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Charleroi Gare Centrale station.

Where do I catch the Charleroi-Central Station to Cologne train from?

Charleroi-Central Station to Cologne train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Charleroi-Central station.

Train or bus from Charleroi-Central Station to Cologne?

The best way to get from Charleroi-Central Station to Cologne is to train which takes 2h 53m and costs €35 - €130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €19 - €35 and takes 4h 55m.

Where does the Charleroi-Central Station to Cologne bus arrive?

Charleroi-Central Station to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Düsseldorf central bus station.

Where does the Charleroi-Central Station to Cologne train arrive?

Charleroi-Central Station to Cologne train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Liège-Guillemins station.

Can I drive from Charleroi-Central Station to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Charleroi-Central Station to Cologne is 207 km. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Charleroi-Central Station to Cologne.

How do I get a train ticket from Charleroi-Central Station to Cologne?

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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Charleroi-Central Station to Cologne - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Charleroi-Central Station to Cologne by train (Eurostar), bus, car, or train

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Charleroi-Central to Liège-Guilleminstrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Liege-Guillemins to Koeln Hbftrain Ice / ...
2h 53m
€35–128
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Charleroi Gare Centrale to Düsseldorf central bus stationbus 820
4h 55m
€19–35
Drive 207.5 km
1. Drive from Charleroi-Central Station to Colognecar 207.5 km
2h 1m
€32–46
Bus, line 350 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Charleroi Airport to Maastricht Meerssenerweg 231bus
2. Take the bus from Maastricht, Station to Aachen, Hauptbahnhofbus 350
3. Take the train from Aachen Hbf to Koeln Messe/Deutztrain Re
5h 24m
€50–92

Charleroi-Central Station to Cologne by train

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Distance: 213.7 km
Duration: 2h 53m

What companies run services between Charleroi-Central Station, Belgium and Cologne, Germany?

You can take a train from Charleroi-Central to Koeln Hbf via Liege-Guillemins in around 2h 53m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Charleroi Gare Centrale to Düsseldorf central bus station 6 times a week. Tickets cost €19–35 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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