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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Cologne Central Station to Bruges

Composite routes from Cologne Central Station to Bruges

Cheapest
2 h 58 min
Car
296 km.
from $16

Transport providers

Train operators

Eurostar

Phone:
+44 343 218 6186
Website:
eurostar.com/rw-en
Train from Koeln Hbf to Brussel-Zuid
Ave. Duration:
1h 51m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$63.61–$139.95

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Koeln Hbf to Brussel-Zuid
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$53.43–$59.80
Train from Köln Hbf to Brussels-Nord
Ave. Duration:
2h 36m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$53.43–$59.80

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)

Phone:
+32 70 79 79 79
Website:
belgiantrain.be/en
Train from Bruxelles-Midi to Bruges
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$11.45–$17.81
Train from Brussels-Nord to Bruges
Ave. Duration:
1h 7m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$12.09–$17.81

European Sleeper

Email:
Website:
europeansleeper.eu/
Train from Koeln Hbf to Brussel-Zuid
Ave. Duration:
5h 32m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$17.81–$26.72

Österreichische Bundesbahnen

Website:
konzern.oebb.at/
Train from Koeln Hbf to Brussel-Zuid
Ave. Duration:
2h 53m
Frequency:
3 times a week
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:
Website:
tarsin.ro/
Bus from Köln to Gent
Ave. Duration:
4h 5m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$10.18–$13.99

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne Central Station to Bruges is to bus which costs $14.13 - $17.39 and takes 6h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne Central Station to Bruges is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs $25 - $141.30 .

Is there a direct bus between Cologne Central Station and Bruges?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne Central Station to Bruges. However, there are services departing from Köln and arriving at Brugge Gentpoort via Gent Zuid perron 5 and Eeklo Markt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne Central Station and Bruges?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne Central Station to Bruges. However, there are services departing from Koeln Hbf and arriving at Bruges via Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 55m.

How far is it from Cologne Central Station to Bruges?

The distance between Cologne Central Station and Bruges is 313 km. The road distance is 307.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne Central Station to Bruges without a car is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs $25 - $141.30 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 55m to get from Cologne Central Station to Bruges, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne Central Station to Bruges bus from?

Cologne Central Station to Bruges bus services, operated by Tarsin, depart from Köln station.

Where do I catch the Cologne Central Station to Bruges train from?

Cologne Central Station to Bruges train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Koeln Hbf station.

Train or bus from Cologne Central Station to Bruges?

The best way to get from Cologne Central Station to Bruges is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs $25 - $141.30 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $14.13 - $17.39 and takes 6h 35m.

Where does the Cologne Central Station to Bruges bus arrive?

Cologne Central Station to Bruges bus services, operated by Tarsin, arrive at Gent station.

Where does the Cologne Central Station to Bruges train arrive?

Cologne Central Station to Bruges train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi station.

Can I drive from Cologne Central Station to Bruges?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne Central Station to Bruges is 308 km. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Cologne Central Station to Bruges.

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

Book your Cologne Central Station to Bruges train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Bruges?

There are 4111+ hotels available in Bruges. Prices start at $76.34 per night.
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