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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Charleroi and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Charleroi 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 and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Charleroi 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 39m.

How far is it from Charleroi to Cologne?

The distance between Charleroi and Cologne is 213 km. The road distance is 206.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Charleroi to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 2h 39m and costs €35 - €130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 39m to get from Charleroi to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Charleroi to Cologne bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Charleroi to Cologne train from?

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

Train or bus from Charleroi to Cologne?

The best way to get from Charleroi to Cologne is to train which takes 2h 39m and costs €35 - €130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €19 - €35 and takes 4h 55m.

Where does the Charleroi to Cologne bus arrive?

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

Where does the Charleroi to Cologne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Charleroi to Cologne?

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

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Charleroi to Cologne?

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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Charleroi to Cologne - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 350 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Charleroi 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 39m
€36–122
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Charleroi Gare Centrale to Düsseldorf central bus stationbus 820
4h 55m
€19–35
Drive 206.6 km
1. Drive from Charleroi to Colognecar 206.6 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 22m
€48–88

Charleroi to Cologne by train

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2h 39mAverage Duration

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Distance: 213.1 km
Duration: 2h 39m

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

You can take a train from Charleroi-Central to Koeln Hbf via Liege-Guillemins in around 2h 39m. 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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