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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Béthune is to bus and train which costs €35 - €60 and takes 8h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Béthune is to drive which takes 3h 40m and costs €55 - €85.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Béthune?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Béthune. However, there are services departing from Koeln Hbf and arriving at Bethune via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, Gare Lille Europe and Lille Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 4m.

How far is it from Cologne to Béthune?

The distance between Cologne and Béthune is 366 km. The road distance is 353.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Béthune without a car is to train which takes 4h 4m and costs €100 - €170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 4m to get from Cologne to Béthune, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Béthune train from?

Cologne to Béthune train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Koeln Hbf station.

Where does the Cologne to Béthune train arrive?

Cologne to Béthune train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Béthune?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Béthune is 354 km. It takes approximately 3h 40m to drive from Cologne to Béthune.

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

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Where can I stay near Béthune?

There are 730+ hotels available in Béthune.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Cologne to Béthune by train (Eurostar, TGV), bus, train, car, or train (Eurostar)

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Lille Europetrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Bethunetrain Ter
4h 4m
€103–165
Bus, train via Flughafen Köln/Bonn Bf
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cologne Airport CGN to Lillebus N870 / ...
2. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Bethunetrain Ter
7h 43m
€34–65
Drive 353.8 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Béthunecar 353.8 km
3h 40m
€56–81
Train via Tournai
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Bruxelles Miditrain 79
2. Take the train from Bruxelles-Midi to Tournaitrain Trn / ...
3. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Bethunetrain Ter
4h 56m
€64–163
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Leverkusen to Lillebus 280
2. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Bethunetrain Ter
8h 18m
€39–58

Cologne to Béthune by train and tram

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4h 4mAverage Duration

€103Cheapest Price

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Distance: 366.3 km
Duration: 4h 4m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Béthune, Hauts-de-France, France?

You can take a train from Koeln Hbf to Bethune via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, Lille Europe, Gare Lille Europe, Gare Lille Flandres, and Lille Flandres in around 4h 4m.

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