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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Vimy is to drive which costs €50 - €80 and takes 3h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Vimy is to drive which takes 3h 20m and costs €50 - €80.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Vimy?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Vimy. However, there are services departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Vimy via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, Gare Lille Europe, Lille Flandres and Lens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 48m.

How far is it from Cologne to Vimy?

The distance between Cologne and Vimy is 371 km. The road distance is 344.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Vimy without a car is to train which takes 4h 48m and costs €65 - €210.

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

It takes approximately 4h 48m to get from Cologne to Vimy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Vimy train from?

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

Where does the Cologne to Vimy train arrive?

Cologne to Vimy train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Bruxelles Midi station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Vimy?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Vimy is 345 km. It takes approximately 3h 20m to drive from Cologne to Vimy.

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

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Where can I stay near Vimy?

There are 1124+ hotels available in Vimy.

Cologne to Vimy - 4 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Cologne to Vimy by train (Eurostar, TGV), car, or train (Eurostar)

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Bruxelles Miditrain 79
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Lille Europetrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Lenstrain Ter
4h 48m
€70–208
Drive 344.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Cologne to Vimycar 344.7 km
3h 20m
€54–78
Train via Kortrijk
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Bruxelles Miditrain 79
2. Take the train from Bruxelles-Midi to Courtraitrain Ic / ...
6h 18m
€69–215
Train via Kortrijk #2
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain Thalys
2. Take the train from Bruxelles-Midi to Courtraitrain Ic / ...
6h 22m
€94–166

Cologne to Vimy by train and tram

96Weekly Services

4h 48mAverage Duration

€70Cheapest Price

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Distance: 370.8 km
Duration: 4h 48m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Vimy, France?

You can take a train from Köln Hbf to Vimy via Bruxelles Midi, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, Lille Europe, Gare Lille Europe, Gare Lille Flandres, Lille Flandres, and Lens in around 4h 48m.

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