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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Waterloo is to drive which costs €30 - €50 and takes 2h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Waterloo is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Waterloo?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Waterloo. However, there are services departing from Koeln Hbf and arriving at Waterloo via Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 35m.

How far is it from Cologne to Waterloo?

The distance between Cologne and Waterloo is 235 km. The road distance is 214.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Waterloo without a car is to train which takes 2h 35m and costs €40 - €180.

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

It takes approximately 2h 35m to get from Cologne to Waterloo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Waterloo train from?

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

Where does the Cologne to Waterloo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cologne to Waterloo?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Waterloo is 215 km. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Cologne to Waterloo.

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

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Where can I stay near Waterloo?

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Cologne to Waterloo by train (Eurostar), night train, car, train, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain Thalys
2h 35m
€43–174
Night train
cheapest
1. Take the night train from Koeln Hbf to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midinighttrain Nj
4h 35m
€24–94
Drive 214.8 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Waterloocar 214.8 km
2h 12m
€34–48
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Bruxelles Miditrain 79
2. Take the bus from BRUXELLES Midi to WATERLOO Eglisebus W / ...
3h 6m
€39–172

Cologne to Waterloo by train

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Distance: 234.9 km
Duration: 2h 35m

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

Eurostar operates a train from Koeln Hbf to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi every 2 hours. Tickets cost €65–120 and the journey takes 1h 56m. Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) also services this route once daily.

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