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Cologne, Germany → Mechelen, Belgium

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Cologne to Mechelen

Composite routes from Cologne to Mechelen

Cheapest
2 h 6 min
Car
206 km.
from $11
Fastest
52 min
Plane

Transport providers

Train operators

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Köln Hbf to Brussels-Nord
Ave. Duration:
1h 44m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$54.71–$61.07

Österreichische Bundesbahnen

Website:
konzern.oebb.at/
Train from Köln Hbf to Brussels-Nord
Ave. Duration:
2h 44m
Frequency:
3 times a week

Bus operators

Tarsin

Phone:
+40 230 562 929
Email:
tarsin_irlanda@yahoo.com
Website:
tarsin.ro/
Bus from Köln to Brussels
Ave. Duration:
3h 18m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$10.18–$13.99

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Mechelen is to bus which costs $14.13 - $17.39 and takes 5h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Mechelen is to drive which takes 2h 4m and costs $34.78 - $52.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Mechelen?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Mechelen. However, there are services departing from Köln and arriving at Mechelen Brusselpoort via Brussel Stadion and Kapelle-op-den-Bos Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Mechelen?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Mechelen. However, there are services departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Malines via Bruxelles-Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 10m.

How far is it from Cologne to Mechelen?

The distance between Cologne and Mechelen is 237 km. The road distance is 203.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Mechelen without a car is to train which takes 2h 10m and costs $51.09 - $59.78 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 10m to get from Cologne to Mechelen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Mechelen bus from?

Cologne to Mechelen bus services, operated by Tarsin, depart from Köln station.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Mechelen train from?

Cologne to Mechelen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, depart from Köln Hbf station.

Train or bus from Cologne to Mechelen?

The best way to get from Cologne to Mechelen is to train which takes 2h 10m and costs $51.09 - $59.78 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $14.13 - $17.39 and takes 5h 17m.

Where does the Cologne to Mechelen bus arrive?

Cologne to Mechelen bus services, operated by Tarsin, arrive at Brussels station.

Where does the Cologne to Mechelen train arrive?

Cologne to Mechelen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, arrive at Brussels-Nord station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Mechelen?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Mechelen is 204 km. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Cologne to Mechelen.

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

Book your Cologne to Mechelen train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Mechelen?

There are 2415+ hotels available in Mechelen. Prices start at $41.36 per night.
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