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

The cheapest way to get from Vimy to Cologne is to drive which costs €50 - €80 and takes 3h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Vimy to Cologne is to drive which takes 3h 19m and costs €50 - €80.

Is there a direct train between Vimy and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Vimy to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Vimy and arriving at Koeln Hbf via Lens, Gare Lille Flandres, Lille Europe and Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 10m.

How far is it from Vimy to Cologne?

The distance between Vimy and Cologne is 371 km. The road distance is 344.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Vimy to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 4h 10m and costs €65 - €240.

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

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

Where do I catch the Vimy to Cologne train from?

Vimy to Cologne train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Lens station.

Where does the Vimy to Cologne train arrive?

Vimy to Cologne train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Lille Flandres station.

Can I drive from Vimy to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Vimy to Cologne is 344 km. It takes approximately 3h 19m to drive from Vimy to Cologne.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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Vimy to Cologne - 4 ways to travel via train, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lens to Lille Flandrestrain Ter
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Koeln Hbftrain Ice
4h 10m
€65–232
Drive 344.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Vimy to Colognecar 344.3 km
3h 19m
€54–78
Train via Kortrijk
1. Take the train from Courtrai to Brussels-Nordtrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to Koeln Hbftrain Ice / ...
5h 59m
€62–215
Train via Ghent
1. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Gand-Saint-Pierretrain Ter
2. Take the train from Gent St Pieters to Köln Hbftrain 79
6h 24m
€63–238

Vimy to Cologne by train and tram

134Weekly Services

4h 10mAverage Duration

€65Cheapest Price

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Distance: 370.8 km
Duration: 4h 10m

What companies run services between Vimy, France and Cologne, Germany?

You can take a train from Vimy to Koeln Hbf via Lens, Lille Flandres, Gare Lille Flandres, Gare Lille Europe, Lille Europe, and Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi in around 4h 10m.

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