What is the cheapest way to get from Cologne to Grand Place?

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Grand Place is to rideshare which costs €10 - €19 and takes 2h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cologne to Grand Place?

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Grand Place is to train which takes 2h 6m and costs €40 - €170.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Grand Place?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Grand Place. However, there are services departing from Koeln Hbf and arriving at Bruxelles-Central via Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 6m.

How far is it from Cologne to Grand Place?

The distance between Cologne and Grand Place is 222 km. The road distance is 207.2 km.

How do I travel from Cologne to Grand Place without a car?

The best way to get from Cologne to Grand Place without a car is to train which takes 2h 6m and costs €40 - €170.

How long does it take to get from Cologne to Grand Place?

It takes approximately 2h 6m to get from Cologne to Grand Place, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Grand Place train from?

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

Where does the Cologne to Grand Place train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cologne to Grand Place?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Grand Place is 207 km. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Cologne to Grand Place.

How do I get a train ticket from Cologne to Grand Place?

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Where can I stay near Grand Place?

There are 1754+ hotels available in Grand Place.

Can I share a ride from Cologne to Grand Place?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Cologne and Grand Place. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Cologne to Grand Place - 5 ways to travel via train, car, and rideshare

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There are 5 ways to get from Cologne to Grand Place by train (Eurostar), car, train, or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain Thalys
2h 6m
€41–165
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Cologne to Brusselsrideshare 207.7 km
2h 30m
€10–19
Drive 207.2 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Grand Placecar 207.2 km
2h 7m
€32–47
Train via Bruxelles Midi
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Bruxelles Miditrain 79
2h 20m
€38–165
Train #2
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Bruxelles-Nordtrain Nj
2h 53m
€41–77

Cologne to Grand Place by train and foot

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2h 6mAverage Duration

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Distance: 222.1 km
Duration: 2h 6m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Grand Place, Brussels Capital, Belgium?

Eurostar operates a train from Koeln Hbf to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi every 2 hours. Tickets cost €70–120 and the journey takes 1h 56m. Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) also services this route once daily.

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