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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Zeebrugge is to bus which costs €35 - €60 and takes 8h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Zeebrugge is to drive which takes 3h 4m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Zeebrugge?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Zeebrugge. However, there are services departing from Köln and arriving at Zeebrugge Kerk via Düsseldorf central bus station and Brugge Station perron C5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Zeebrugge?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Zeebrugge. However, there are services departing from Koeln Hbf and arriving at Zeebrugge Kerk via Bruxelles-Midi and Blankenberge Station perron 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 10m.

How far is it from Cologne to Zeebrugge?

The distance between Cologne and Zeebrugge is 333 km. The road distance is 299.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Zeebrugge without a car is to train which takes 4h 10m and costs €85 - €150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 10m to get from Cologne to Zeebrugge, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Zeebrugge bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cologne to Zeebrugge train from?

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

Train or bus from Cologne to Zeebrugge?

The best way to get from Cologne to Zeebrugge is to train which takes 4h 10m and costs €85 - €150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €60 and takes 8h 10m.

Where does the Cologne to Zeebrugge bus arrive?

Cologne to Zeebrugge bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bruges station.

Where does the Cologne to Zeebrugge train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cologne to Zeebrugge?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Zeebrugge is 300 km. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from Cologne to Zeebrugge.

Where can I stay near Zeebrugge?

There are 4217+ hotels available in Zeebrugge.

Cologne to Zeebrugge - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Cologne to Zeebrugge by train (Eurostar), bus, night train, train, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain Thalys
2. Take the train from Bruxelles-Midi to Blankenbergetrain Ic / ...
4h 10m
€85–148
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Düsseldorf central bus station to Brugesbus N1360b
8h 10m
€38–57
Night train, train
1. Take the nighttrain from Koeln Hbf to Brussels-Nordnighttrain Nj
2. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to Knokketrain Ic / ...
5h 32m
€45–134
Drive 299.8 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Zeebruggecar 299.8 km
3h 4m
€47–67
Train via Knokke Station Tramperron
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Bruxelles Miditrain 79
2. Take the train from Bruxelles-Midi to Knokketrain Ic / ...
4h 44m
€59–206

Cologne to Zeebrugge by train and tram

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Distance: 333 km
Duration: 4h 10m

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

You can take a train from Koeln Hbf to Zeebrugge Kerk via Bruxelles-Midi, Blankenberge, and Blankenberge Station perron 2 in around 4h 10m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Düsseldorf central bus station to Bruges once daily. Tickets cost €22–40 and the journey takes 4h 55m.

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