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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Bruges to Cologne

Composite routes from Bruges to Cologne

Cheapest
3 h
Car
315 km.
from $17

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
service@flixbus.com
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Bruges to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
5h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$26.09–$36.96

Tarsin

Phone:
+40 230 562 929
Email:
tarsin_irlanda@yahoo.com
Website:
tarsin.ro/
Bus from Gent to Köln
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$9.24–$11.96

Train operators

Eurostar

Phone:
+44 343 218 6186
Website:
eurostar.com/rw-en
Train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$59.78–$130.43

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$46.74–$53.26

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)

Phone:
+32 70 79 79 79
Website:
belgiantrain.be/en
Train from Bruges to Bruxelles-Midi
Ave. Duration:
1h 13m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$10.33–$15.22

Österreichische Bundesbahnen

Website:
konzern.oebb.at/
Train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
2h 44m
Frequency:
6 times a week

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Bruges to Cologne is to bus via Ghent which costs $14.13 - $17.39 and takes 7h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bruges to Cologne is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs $53.26 - $81.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Bruges and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Bruges to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Brugge Gentpoort and arriving at Köln via Eeklo Markt and Gent. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Bruges and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Bruges to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Bruges and arriving at Koeln Hbf via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.

How far is it from Bruges to Cologne?

The distance between Bruges and Cologne is 316 km. The road distance is 309.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Bruges to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 3h 44m and costs $54.35 - $152.17 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 44m to get from Bruges to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bruges to Cologne bus from?

Bruges to Cologne bus services, operated by Tarsin, depart from Gent station.

Where do I catch the Bruges to Cologne train from?

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

Train or bus from Bruges to Cologne?

The best way to get from Bruges to Cologne is to train which takes 3h 44m and costs $54.35 - $152.17 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $29.35 - $97.83 and takes 5h 41m.

Where does the Bruges to Cologne bus arrive?

Bruges to Cologne bus services, operated by Tarsin, arrive at Köln station.

Where does the Bruges to Cologne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bruges to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Bruges to Cologne is 310 km. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Bruges to Cologne.

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

Book your Bruges to Cologne train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1593+ hotels available in Cologne. Prices start at $45.33 per night.
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