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

The cheapest way to get from Waterloo to Cologne is to bus which costs €23 - €40 and takes 6h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Waterloo to Cologne is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Waterloo and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Waterloo to Cologne. However, there are services departing from WATERLOO Avenue Reine Astrid and arriving at Cologne Airport CGN via Brussels South. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Waterloo and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Waterloo to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Waterloo and arriving at Koeln Hbf via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 56m.

How far is it from Waterloo to Cologne?

The distance between Waterloo and Cologne is 235 km. The road distance is 212.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Waterloo to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs €35 - €150.

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

It takes approximately 2h 56m to get from Waterloo to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Waterloo to Cologne bus from?

Waterloo to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Brussels South station.

Where do I catch the Waterloo to Cologne train from?

Waterloo to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi station.

Train or bus from Waterloo to Cologne?

The best way to get from Waterloo to Cologne is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs €35 - €150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €23 - €40 and takes 6h 11m.

Where does the Waterloo to Cologne bus arrive?

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

Where does the Waterloo to Cologne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Waterloo to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Waterloo to Cologne is 213 km. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Waterloo to Cologne.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Koeln Hbftrain Ice
2h 56m
€38–144
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Brussels South to Cologne Airport CGNbus FlixBus N1153
6h 11m
€23–39
Drive 212.8 km
1. Drive from Waterloo to Colognecar 212.8 km
2h 12m
€34–49
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from WATERLOO Avenue Reine Astrid to BRUXELLES Midibus 123 / ...
2. Take the train from Bruxelles Midi to Köln Hbftrain 79
3h 31m
€37–143

Waterloo to Cologne by train

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Distance: 234.9 km
Duration: 2h 56m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Koeln Hbf every 4 hours. Tickets cost €35–85 and the journey takes 1h 51m. Eurostar also services this route every 3 hours. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Brussels South to Cologne Airport CGN 6 times a week. Tickets cost €19–30 and the journey takes 3h 50m.

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