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Aalst, Belgium → Cologne, Germany

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Aalst to Cologne

Composite routes from Aalst to Cologne

Cheapest
2 h 19 min
Car
245 km.
from $13

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Hasselt Station perron 9 to Maastricht
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$6.52–$9.24

Tarsin

Phone:
+40 230 562 929
Email:
Website:
tarsin.ro/
Bus from Brussels to Köln
Ave. Duration:
3h 13m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$8.70–$11.96

De Lijn

Phone:
+32 70 22 02 00
Website:
delijn.be/nl/
Bus from Aalst Zeeberg to Brussel
Ave. Duration:
1h 4m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.65
Bus from Hasselt Station perron 9 to Maastricht
Ave. Duration:
1h 31m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.65

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

Deutsche Bahn Regional

Phone:
+49 30 2970
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Aachen Hbf to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$14.13–$20.65

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)

Phone:
+32 70 79 79 79
Website:
belgiantrain.be/en
Train from Alost to Hasselt
Ave. Duration:
1h 48m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$11.96–$18.48

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Train from Aachen Hbf to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$14.13–$20.65

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 Aalst to Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Aalst to Cologne is to bus which costs $13.04 - $17.39 and takes 5h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aalst to Cologne is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs $42.39 - $65.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Aalst and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Aalst to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Aalst Zeeberg and arriving at Köln via Brussel IJzer and Brussels. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Aalst and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Aalst to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Alost and arriving at Koeln Hbf via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.

How far is it from Aalst to Cologne?

The distance between Aalst and Cologne is 248 km. The road distance is 242.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Aalst to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs $51.09 - $141.30 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from Aalst to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aalst to Cologne bus from?

Aalst to Cologne bus services, operated by De Lijn, depart from Aalst Zeeberg station.

Where do I catch the Aalst to Cologne train from?

Aalst to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, depart from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi station.

Train or bus from Aalst to Cologne?

The best way to get from Aalst to Cologne is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs $51.09 - $141.30 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $13.04 - $17.39 and takes 5h 38m.

Where does the Aalst to Cologne bus arrive?

Aalst to Cologne bus services, operated by De Lijn, arrive at Brussel IJzer station.

Where does the Aalst to Cologne train arrive?

Aalst to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, arrive at Koeln Hbf station.

Can I drive from Aalst to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Aalst to Cologne is 242 km. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Aalst to Cologne.

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

Book your Aalst 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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