What is the cheapest way to get from Grand Place to Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Grand Place to Cologne is to rideshare which costs €15 and takes 2h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Grand Place to Cologne?

The fastest way to get from Grand Place to Cologne is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Grand Place and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Grand Place station to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Brussels-North train station and arriving at Köln via Dusseldorf Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Grand Place and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Grand Place to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Bruxelles-Central and arriving at Koeln Hbf via Brussels-Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.

How far is it from Grand Place to Cologne?

The distance between Grand Place and Cologne is 218 km. The road distance is 207.9 km.

How do I travel from Grand Place to Cologne without a car?

The best way to get from Grand Place to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 2h 26m and costs €35 - €180.

How long does it take to get from Grand Place to Cologne?

It takes approximately 2h 26m to get from Grand Place to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Grand Place to Cologne bus from?

Grand Place to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Brussels-North train station.

Where do I catch the Grand Place to Cologne train from?

Grand Place to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Brussels-Nord station.

Train or bus from Grand Place to Cologne?

The best way to get from Grand Place to Cologne is to train which takes 2h 26m and costs €35 - €180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €16 - €27 and takes 4h 33m.

Where does the Grand Place to Cologne bus arrive?

Grand Place to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Düsseldorf central bus station.

Where does the Grand Place to Cologne train arrive?

Grand Place to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Koeln Hbf station.

Can I drive from Grand Place to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Grand Place to Cologne is 208 km. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Grand Place to Cologne.

How do I get a train ticket from Grand Place to Cologne?

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1849+ hotels available in Cologne.

Can I share a ride from Grand Place to Cologne?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Grand Place and Cologne. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Grand Place to Cologne - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and rideshare

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There are 5 ways to get from Grand Place to Cologne by train, bus, car, or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to Koeln Hbftrain Ice / ...
2h 26m
€35–171
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Brussels to Colognerideshare 208.6 km
2h 47m
€15
Bus
1. Take the bus from Brussels-North train station to Düsseldorf central bus stationbus 081 / ...
4h 33m
€16–27
Drive 207.9 km
1. Drive from Grand Place to Colognecar 207.9 km
2h 6m
€32–47
Train via Bruxelles Midi
1. Take the train from Bruxelles Midi to Köln Hbftrain Tha
2h 58m
€35–171

Grand Place to Cologne by foot and train

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Distance: 218.4 km
Duration: 2h 26m

What companies run services between Grand Place, Brussels Capital, Belgium and Cologne, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Brussels-Nord to Koeln Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €35–170 and the journey takes 1h 41m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Brussels-North train station to Düsseldorf central bus station every 4 hours. Tickets cost €16–27 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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