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

The cheapest way to get from Kortrijk to Cologne is to bus which costs €28 - €50 and takes 8h 2m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Kortrijk and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Kortrijk to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Kortrijk and arriving at Köln Heumarkt via Ghent Dampoort and Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Kortrijk and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Kortrijk to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Courtrai and arriving at Koeln Hbf via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from Kortrijk to Cologne?

The distance between Kortrijk and Cologne is 304 km. The road distance is 298.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Kortrijk to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs €55 - €170.

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

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from Kortrijk to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kortrijk to Cologne bus from?

Kortrijk to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Kortrijk station.

Where do I catch the Kortrijk to Cologne train from?

Kortrijk to Cologne train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Courtrai station.

Train or bus from Kortrijk to Cologne?

The best way to get from Kortrijk to Cologne is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs €55 - €170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €28 - €50 and takes 8h 2m.

Where does the Kortrijk to Cologne bus arrive?

Kortrijk to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Ghent Dampoort station.

Where does the Kortrijk to Cologne train arrive?

Kortrijk to Cologne train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Bruxelles-Midi station.

Can I drive from Kortrijk to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Kortrijk to Cologne is 299 km. It takes approximately 3h 3m to drive from Kortrijk to Cologne.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Courtrai to Bruxelles-Miditrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Koeln Hbftrain Ice
3h 40m
€55–163
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kortrijk to Ghent Dampoortbus 802
2. Take the bus from Ghent Dampoort to Leverkusenbus 280
8h 2m
€28–46
Drive 298.7 km
1. Drive from Kortrijk to Colognecar 298.7 km
3h 3m
€48–69
Train via Brussels
1. Take the train from Courtrai to Bruxelles-Miditrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Bruxelles Midi to Köln Hbftrain 79
3h 59m
€55–163

Kortrijk to Cologne by train

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Distance: 304.3 km
Duration: 3h 40m

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

You can take a train from Courtrai to Koeln Hbf via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi in around 3h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kortrijk to Köln Heumarkt via Ghent Dampoort, Leverkusen, and Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bf in around 8h 2m.

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