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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Turnhout is to train and line 319 bus which costs €26 - €40 and takes 5h.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Turnhout is to drive which takes 1h 55m and costs €29 - €45.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Turnhout?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Turnhout. However, there are services departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Turnhout via Brussels-Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.

How far is it from Cologne to Turnhout?

The distance between Cologne and Turnhout is 292 km. The road distance is 183.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Turnhout without a car is to train which takes 3h 31m and costs €50 - €100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 31m to get from Cologne to Turnhout, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Turnhout bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cologne to Turnhout train from?

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

Train or bus from Cologne to Turnhout?

The best way to get from Cologne to Turnhout is to train which takes 3h 31m and costs €50 - €100. Alternatively, you can bus and line 319 bus, which costs €29 - €40 and takes 5h 8m.

Where does the Cologne to Turnhout bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cologne to Turnhout train arrive?

Cologne to Turnhout train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Brussels-Nord station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Turnhout?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Turnhout is 183 km. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from Cologne to Turnhout.

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

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Cologne to Turnhout - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 319 bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Turnhout?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Turnhout. However, there are services departing from Köln and arriving at Turnhout Markt perron 9 via Düsseldorf central bus station, Eindhoven, Station J and Reusel Busstation. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 8m.

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There are 5 ways to get from Cologne to Turnhout by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Brussels-Nordtrain 79
2. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to Turnhouttrain Ic / ...
3h 31m
€52–99
Train, line 45 bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to 's-Hertogenboschtrain Ice
2. Take the bus from Tilburg Centraal Station perron B to Turnhout Markt perron 9bus 45
3h 49m
€23–68
Bus, line 319 bus
1. Take the bus from Düsseldorf central bus station to Eindhoven Stationbus FlixBus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from Eindhoven, Station J to Reusel, Busstation Reuselbus 319
5h 8m
€29–40
Drive 183.3 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Turnhoutcar 183.3 km
1h 55m
€30–42
Train, line 319 bus
1. Take the train from Neuss Hbf to Venlotrain
2. Take the train from Venlo to Eindhoven Centraaltrain
3. Take the bus from Eindhoven, Station J to Reusel, Busstation Reuselbus 319
5h
€27–40

Cologne to Turnhout by train

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Distance: 292 km
Duration: 3h 31m

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

You can take a train from Köln Hbf to Turnhout via Brussels-Nord in around 3h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Köln to Turnhout Markt perron 9 via Düsseldorf central bus station, Eindhoven Station, Eindhoven, Station J, and Reusel Busstation in around 5h 8m.

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