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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Kelmis is to drive which costs €12 - €18 and takes 55 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Kelmis is to drive which takes 55 min and costs €12 - €18.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Kelmis?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Kelmis. However, there are services departing from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis and arriving at Kelmis, B.B.L. via Aachen, Bushof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Kelmis?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Kelmis. However, there are services departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Hergenrath via Aachen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 11m.

How far is it from Cologne to Kelmis?

The distance between Cologne and Kelmis is 76 km. The road distance is 78.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Kelmis without a car is to train which takes 1h 11m and costs €12 - €55.

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

It takes approximately 1h 11m to get from Cologne to Kelmis, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Kelmis bus from?

Cologne to Kelmis bus services, operated by OrionBus, depart from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis station.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Kelmis train from?

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

Train or bus from Cologne to Kelmis?

The best way to get from Cologne to Kelmis is to train which takes 1h 11m and costs €12 - €55. Alternatively, you can bus and line 24 bus, which costs and takes 1h 27m.

Where does the Cologne to Kelmis bus arrive?

Cologne to Kelmis bus services, operated by OrionBus, arrive at Aachen - 58, Peterstraße station.

Where does the Cologne to Kelmis train arrive?

Cologne to Kelmis train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Aachen, Hbf station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Kelmis?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Kelmis is 78 km. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from Cologne to Kelmis.

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

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Cologne to Kelmis - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 24 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Cologne to Kelmis by train, bus, or car

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1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Aachen, Hbftrain 79 / ...
2. Take the train from Aachen Hbf to Hergenrathtrain S41 / ...
1h 11m
€12–53
Bus, line 24 bus
1. Take the bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Aachen - 58, Peterstraßebus Mykolayiv
2. Take the bus from Aachen, Bushof to Kelmis, B.B.L.bus 24
1h 27m
Drive 78.2 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Kelmiscar 78.2 km
55 min
€13–18
Train, line 45 bus, line 24 bus
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Aachen-Rothe Erdetrain Re
2. Take the bus from Aachen, Bahnhof Rothe Erde to Aachen, Alter Posthofbus 45 / ...
3. Take the bus from Aachen, Alter Posthof to Kelmis, B.B.L.bus 24 / ...
1h 53m
€20–32

Cologne to Kelmis by train

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Distance: 76.2 km
Duration: 1h 11m

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

You can take a train from Köln Hbf to Hergenrath via Aachen Hbf in around 1h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Kelmis, B.B.L. via Aachen - 58, Peterstraße and Aachen, Bushof in around 1h 27m.

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