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Five ways to Travel from Valenciennes to Cologne

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Cheapest
By car (282 km)
2 h 41 min
282 km.
from $15
Other
Rideshare
2 h 41 min
282 km.
from $10.73
Train
4 h 34 min
249 km.
from $174.39
Train via Liège
6 h 16 min
248 km.
from $88.76
Bus, Train
7 h 29 min
248 km.
from $46.28

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Valenciennes University to Cologne
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$27.17–$38.04
Bus from Valenciennes University to Aachen
Ave. Duration:
4h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$20.65–$29.35

Train operators

SNCF

Phone:
+33 1 84 94 36 35
Website:
effinity.fr/expertise/affiliation/
Train from Valenciennes to Lille
Ave. Duration:
46 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$8.15–$18.48
Train from Valenciennes to Maubeuge
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$8.15–$18.48
Train from Maubeuge to Charleroi-Central
Ave. Duration:
53 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$7.07–$15.22

TGV inOui

Phone:
+33 1 84 94 36 35
Website:
sncf-connect.com/en-en
Train from Lille Europe to Brussel-Zuid
Ave. Duration:
33 min
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$25.00–$54.35

NS

Phone:
+31 30 751 5155
Website:
ns.nl/
Train from Lille Europe to Brussel-Zuid
Ave. Duration:
42 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$14.13–$35.87

Eurostar

Phone:
+44 343 218 6186
Website:
eurostar.com/rw-en
Train from Lille Europe to Brussel-Zuid
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$36.96–$81.52
Train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$54.35–$119.57
Train from Liege-Guillemins to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
1h 2m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$39.13–$86.96

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:
$45.65–$51.09
Train from Liege-Guillemins to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$32.61–$36.96

Deutsche Bahn Regional

Phone:
+49 30 2970
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Aachen-Rothe Erde to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$13.04–$19.57

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)

Phone:
+32 70 79 79 79
Website:
belgiantrain.be/en
Train from Lille Europe to Brussel-Zuid
Ave. Duration:
32 min
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$10.87–$16.30
Train from Charleroi-Central to Liège-Guillemins
Ave. Duration:
1h 17m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$10.33–$15.22

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Train from Aachen-Rothe Erde to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$13.04–$19.57

Österreichische Bundesbahnen

Website:
konzern.oebb.at/
Train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
2h 52m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Train from Liege-Guillemins to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
4 times a week

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Valenciennes to Cologne is to bus which costs $32.61 - $65.22 and takes 7h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Valenciennes to Cologne is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs $46.74 - $70.65 .

Is there a direct train between Valenciennes and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Valenciennes to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Valenciennes and arriving at Koeln Hbf via Lille Europe and Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.

How far is it from Valenciennes to Cologne?

The distance between Valenciennes and Cologne is 374 km. The road distance is 279.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Valenciennes to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 4h 34m and costs $65.22 - $228.26 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 34m to get from Valenciennes to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Valenciennes to Cologne train from?

Valenciennes to Cologne train services, operated by SNCF, depart from Valenciennes station.

Train or bus from Valenciennes to Cologne?

The best way to get from Valenciennes to Cologne is to train which takes 4h 34m and costs $65.22 - $228.26 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $32.61 - $65.22 and takes 7h 15m.

Where does the Valenciennes to Cologne train arrive?

Valenciennes to Cologne train services, operated by SNCF, arrive at Lille Flandres station.

Can I drive from Valenciennes to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Valenciennes to Cologne is 279 km. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Valenciennes to Cologne.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1609+ hotels available in Cologne. Prices start at $44.10 per night.
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