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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Tilburg is to bus which costs €11 - €19 and takes 3h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Tilburg is to drive which takes 1h 52m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Tilburg?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Tilburg station. However, there are services departing from Köln and arriving at Tilburg Station via Düsseldorf central bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Tilburg?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Tilburg. However, there are services departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Tilburg via 's-Hertogenbosch. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.

How far is it from Cologne to Tilburg?

The distance between Cologne and Tilburg is 189 km. The road distance is 177.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Tilburg without a car is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs €20 - €140.

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

It takes approximately 2h 28m to get from Cologne to Tilburg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Tilburg bus from?

Cologne to Tilburg bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Düsseldorf central bus station.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Tilburg train from?

Cologne to Tilburg train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Köln Hbf station.

Train or bus from Cologne to Tilburg?

The best way to get from Cologne to Tilburg is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs €20 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €11 - €19 and takes 3h 46m.

Where does the Cologne to Tilburg bus arrive?

Cologne to Tilburg bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Tilburg Station.

Where does the Cologne to Tilburg train arrive?

Cologne to Tilburg train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at 's-Hertogenbosch station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Tilburg?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Tilburg is 177 km. It takes approximately 1h 52m to drive from Cologne to Tilburg.

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

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

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Cologne to Tilburg - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to 's-Hertogenboschtrain Ice
2h 28m
€21–140
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Düsseldorf central bus station to Tilburg Stationbus N1361 / ...
3h 46m
€11–19
Drive 177.2 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Tilburgcar 177.2 km
1h 52m
€32–46
Train via Venlo
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Neuss Hauptbahnhoftrain S11
2. Take the train from Neuss Hbf to Venlotrain
3. Take the train from Venlo to Eindhoven Centraaltrain
3h 52m
€29–53

Cologne to Tilburg by train

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Distance: 189.2 km
Duration: 2h 28m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Tilburg, Netherlands?

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Köln Hbf to 's-Hertogenbosch every 4 hours. Tickets cost €18–40 and the journey takes 2h 5m. Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) also services this route 4 times a day. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Düsseldorf central bus station to Tilburg Station twice daily. Tickets cost €11–19 and the journey takes 2h 20m.

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