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How to get from Charleroi to Cologne?

Planning to travel to Charleroi from Cologne and looking for the best transportation options for your trip? We know that it is often difficult to choose the best way of transportation for a trip from Charleroi to Cologne, whether it is for price, time or convenience reasons. Vivanoda will help you to find all the transportation solutions to travel between Charleroi and Cologne, be it by plane, train, bus or carpool.

With detailed information about each mode of transportation and about the transport companies (Thalys, Deutsche Bahn, SNCB-NMBS, ALSA or Eurolines), you will be able to easily compare fares, timetables and travel times, in order to choose the option that best suits your needs.

Whether you're a budget traveler or looking for a quick and convenient way to get from Charleroi to Cologne, we've got all the information you need to plan an unforgettable Charleroi Cologne trip.

For your trip from Charleroi to Cologne, you have several transportation options

Bus tickets from Charleroi to Cologne

Buses are often the most economical choice for travel from Charleroi to Cologne, offering direct travel options or with intermediate stops.

Charleroi to Cologne train tickets

If you like to travel more ecologically and economically, the Charleroi Cologne train is ideal and meets your expectations.

Carpooling Charleroi Cologne

Carpooling from Charleroi to Cologne is perfect if you want to travel to Cologne in good company and reduce transportation costs. But there may be limited flexibility in terms of schedules and pickup points in either Charleroi or Cologne.

Whichever way you choose, our price comparison tool will help you find the Charleroi to Cologne transportation option that best suits your needs and budget.

Charleroi Cologne Travel Information

Departure city
Charleroi
Belgium
Destination city
Cologne
Germany
North Rhine-Westphalia
Distance
116 mi
Direct connection
There is no direct connection by any means of transportation
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Plan your trip from Charleroi to Cologne easily with Vivanoda

Plan your trip from Charleroi to Cologne easily with Vivanoda

With Vivanoda you can easily compare all available transportation options like flights, trains, buses and carpools according to your preferences and budget. You can also filter the results by price, travel time, schedule and comfort options. Thanks to its ease of use and clarity, Vivanoda allows you to find in a few clicks the tickets between Charleroi and Cologne that best suit your needs. Vivanoda also displays all the special offers and promotions of different airlines like Thalys, Deutsche Bahn, SNCB-NMBS, ALSA or Eurolines to help you save on your tickets. So don't hesitate and use Vivanoda now to prepare your trip between Charleroi and Cologne with peace of mind!

Comparison of the different ways to travel between Charleroi and Cologne

Advantages and disadvantages of traveling by train from Charleroi to Cologne?
Accessibility The train stations in Charleroi or Cologne are located in the city center, making it easy to access other means of transportation to get to the city center.
Cost Charleroi Cologne train tickets can be more expensive than bus or carpool tickets, especially on high-speed trains.
Advantages and disadvantages of a bus trip from Charleroi to Cologne?
Flexibility Bus companies offer many schedule options for travel between Charleroi and Cologne, which can be convenient if you have specific time constraints.
Comfort Charleroi-Cologne buses can be less comfortable than trains, due to reduced legroom and suspension quality.
Advantages and disadvantages of a carpooling trip from Charleroi to Cologne?
Environmentally friendly By sharing a car with someone else you reduce the environmental impact of a trip from Charleroi to Cologne.
Comfort You have to share the space of the car with the other passengers during the whole trip between Charleroi and Cologne.

Where to start from in Charleroi? Where do I arrive in Cologne?

Charleroi Departure Bus Stations

Charleroi Airport
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Departure stations in Charleroi

Charleroi South
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Roux
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Marchienne Au Pont
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Cologne arrival bus stations

Koln
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Cologne South Airport
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Cologne Arrival Stations

Köln Hbf
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Bus Charleroi Cologne

The frequency of departures to Charleroi from Cologne varies depending on the carrier, the time period and the day of the week. To get a complete overview of all bus departures to Cologne, please specify your departure date and start a search on Vivanoda.

The duration of the bus trip between Charleroi and Cologne usually varies depending on the traffic conditions and possible stops along the way. Vivanoda will allow you to see in real time all the buses traveling to Cologne for your travel date.

Buses between Charleroi and Cologne usually offer on-board toilets for passengers, but it is always advisable to check with the carrier before the trip. In any case, breaks at freeway service stations are provided.

Bus companies Charleroi Cologne

ALSA
ALSA
Eurolines
Eurolines
FlixBus
FlixBus
Blablabus
Blablabus
Brussels City Shuttle
Brussels City Shuttle
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Trains Charleroi Cologne

There may be a price difference depending on the time of day you travel by train from Charleroi to Cologne. Tickets purchased during off-peak hours are cheaper than those purchased during peak hours. To get a detailed overview of all prices, Vivanoda compares all modes of transportation between Charleroi and Cologne.

The average train journey time from Charleroi to Cologne depends on the type of train you take. Regional or intercity trains to Cologne are slower than high-speed trains. Compare the duration of all trips by running a price search on Vivanoda.

It is recommended to book your train ticket from Charleroi to Cologne at least a few weeks in advance to get the best price.

Train companies between Charleroi and Cologne

Thalys
Thalys
Deutsche Bahn
Deutsche Bahn
SNCB-NMBS
SNCB-NMBS
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Carpool Charleroi Cologne

On Vivanoda, our platform for comparing transportation modes between Charleroi and Cologne, you will have access to all available carpooling offers with price, estimated duration and pickup locations.

The average cost of a carpool ride from Charleroi to Cologne depends on several factors, including the time of year, demand and supply, as well as the carpooling platform used. To get a very accurate estimation of the price and availability of a carpooling trip Charleroi-Cologne, start a search on Vivanoda by entering your travel dates.

Carpooling is considered a greener option than other modes of transportation, as it reduces CO2 emissions by reducing the number of cars on the road. However, this depends on the number of people sharing the same vehicle and the fuel consumption of the vehicle.

Carpooling platform Charleroi Cologne

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