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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Zaventem is to bus which costs €23 - €40 and takes 5h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Zaventem is to drive which takes 1h 58m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Zaventem?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Zaventem. However, there are services departing from Cologne Airport CGN and arriving at Zaventem Watertorenlaan via Zaventem Brussels Airport perron A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Zaventem?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Zaventem. However, there are services departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Zaventem via Brussels-Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 13m.

How far is it from Cologne to Zaventem?

The distance between Cologne and Zaventem is 226 km. The road distance is 199.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Zaventem without a car is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs €40 - €160.

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

It takes approximately 2h 13m to get from Cologne to Zaventem, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Zaventem bus from?

Cologne to Zaventem bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cologne Airport CGN station.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Zaventem train from?

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

Train or bus from Cologne to Zaventem?

The best way to get from Cologne to Zaventem is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs €40 - €160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €23 - €40 and takes 5h 19m.

Where does the Cologne to Zaventem bus arrive?

Cologne to Zaventem bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Brussels Zaventem Airport station.

Where does the Cologne to Zaventem train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cologne to Zaventem?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Zaventem is 199 km. It takes approximately 1h 58m to drive from Cologne to Zaventem.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Zaventem?

There are 1815+ hotels available in Zaventem.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Brussels-Nordtrain 79
2h 13m
€40–157
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cologne Airport CGN to Brussels Zaventem Airportbus N84
5h 19m
€23–37
Drive 199.3 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Zaventemcar 199.3 km
1h 58m
€31–45
Train via Bruxelles-Midi (Eurostar)
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain Thalys
2h 35m
€67–111

Cologne to Zaventem by train

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Distance: 225.6 km
Duration: 2h 13m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Köln Hbf to Brussels-Nord every 4 hours. Tickets cost €35–160 and the journey takes 1h 43m. Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Cologne Airport CGN to Brussels Zaventem Airport twice daily. Tickets cost €17–28 and the journey takes 3h 55m.

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