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

The cheapest way to get from Mechelen to Cologne is to bus which costs €22 - €50 and takes 5h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mechelen to Cologne is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Mechelen and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Mechelen to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Mechelen Kardinaal Mercierplein and arriving at Cologne Airport CGN via Leuven Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Mechelen and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Mechelen to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Malines and arriving at Koeln Hbf via Brussels-Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 32m.

How far is it from Mechelen to Cologne?

The distance between Mechelen and Cologne is 237 km. The road distance is 199 km.

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

The best way to get from Mechelen to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 2h 32m and costs €35 - €180.

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

It takes approximately 2h 32m to get from Mechelen to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mechelen to Cologne bus from?

Mechelen to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Leuven Station.

Where do I catch the Mechelen to Cologne train from?

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

Train or bus from Mechelen to Cologne?

The best way to get from Mechelen to Cologne is to train which takes 2h 32m and costs €35 - €180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €22 - €50 and takes 5h 49m.

Where does the Mechelen to Cologne bus arrive?

Mechelen to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Cologne Airport CGN station.

Where does the Mechelen to Cologne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mechelen to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Mechelen to Cologne is 199 km. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Mechelen to Cologne.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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Mechelen to Cologne - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 20 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Mechelen to Cologne by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to Koeln Hbftrain Ice / ...
2h 32m
€38–177
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leuven Station to Cologne Airport CGNbus N84
5h 49m
€22–50
Drive 199 km
1. Drive from Mechelen to Colognecar 199 km
2h 13m
€31–45
Line 20 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Mechelen Kardinaal Mercierplein to Leuven Station perron 1bus 20 / ...
2. Take the train from Louvain to Köln Hbftrain Trn
3h 21m
€33–143

Mechelen to Cologne by train

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Distance: 236.7 km
Duration: 2h 32m

What companies run services between Mechelen, 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 Leuven Station to Cologne Airport CGN twice daily. Tickets cost €17–29 and the journey takes 3h 35m. BlaBlaCar Bus also services this route once daily.

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