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Museum Ludwig
Major modern and contemporary art museum beside the cathedral, known for Pop Art, Picasso works, and one of Germany’s strongest 20th-century collections.
Cheapest price
$39
Average price
$76
Fastest journey
2 h 21 m
Average duration
2 h 21 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
180 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Antwerp-Central to Cologne Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Antwerp-Central to Cologne Hbf will cost around $76 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $39.
It's difficult to get from Antwerp-Central to Cologne Hbf without transferring at least once.
IC 3126 · ICE 11
IC 4536 · ICE 1113
IC 2037 · ICE 317
IC 4535 · ICE 17
2034 · 511+
9435
IC 4531 · ICE 15
IC 4533 · ICE 315
IC 4535 · ICE 17
IC 4536 · ICE 1113
IC 4539 · ICE 19Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Antwerp-Central to Cologne Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $16, and a flight costs an average of $339.
Distance: 111 miles (180 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$91 Average price | $35 Average price Cheapest | $665 Average price | $46 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 11m Average total duration Fastest 2h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 53m Average total duration 3h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 31m Average total duration 5h 31m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 54m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Antwerp-Central to Cologne Hbf:
A bus is $57 (€46) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Antwerp-Central to Cologne Hbf costing on average $91 (€74).
A bus is $630 (€510) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Antwerp-Central to Cologne Hbf costing on average $665 (€537).
Other travel options to Cologne Hbf take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 23m.
Flight takes on average 5h 31m.
You'll arrive about 13m sooner (2h 41m by train vs 2h 54m by car). Tickets start at around $91 (€74) compared to roughly $46 (€37) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Antwerp-Central to Cologne Hbf trains for today, Wednesday, June 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 4541 · ICE 319 | On time 7:54 PM Antwerp-Central | 2h21 | 10:15 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 2045 · IC 522 · R 5005 · 26809 | 11:25 PM Antwerp-Central | 8h19 | 7:44 AM Cologne Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| Thursday, June 4 | |||||
IC 3126 · ICE 11 | On time 5:05 AM Antwerp-Central | 3h11 | 8:16 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 4529 · ICE 13 | On time 7:54 AM Antwerp-Central | 2h22 | 10:16 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 4531 · ICE 15 | On time 9:54 AM Antwerp-Central | 2h21 | 12:15 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 4533 · ICE 315 | On time 11:54 AM Antwerp-Central | 2h21 | 2:15 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
3133+ 9435 | 12:05 PM Antwerp-Central | 3h09 | 3:14 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
2034 · 511+ 9435 | 12:25 PM Antwerp-Central | 2h49 | 3:14 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 4535 · ICE 17 | On time 1:54 PM Antwerp-Central | 2h21 | 4:15 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 4536 · ICE 1113 | On time 2:54 PM Antwerp-Central | 2h21 | 5:15 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 2037 · ICE 317 | On time 3:25 PM Antwerp-Central | 2h50 | 6:15 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
2038+ 9459 | 4:25 PM Antwerp-Central | 2h50 | 7:15 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 4539 · ICE 19 | On time 5:54 PM Antwerp-Central | 2h21 | 8:15 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
3139+ 9471 | 6:05 PM Antwerp-Central | 3h10 | 9:15 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Antwerp-Central to Cologne Hbf run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $36 (€30) but you can travel from only $16 (€13) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:05, the last at 18:54. The fastest train covers the 111 miles (180 km) distance in 2h 21m.
Distance 111 miles (180 km) |
Average train duration 2h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $36 (€30) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 21m |
First train 4:05 AM |
Last train 6:54 PM |
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Major modern and contemporary art museum beside the cathedral, known for Pop Art, Picasso works, and one of Germany’s strongest 20th-century collections.
Important fine arts museum with medieval, Baroque, and 19th-century European painting, offering one of Cologne’s key classical art collections.
Cologne’s leading museum for Roman heritage, with mosaics, archaeology, and finds from the city’s ancient past. Parts of the collection may be shown in temporary venues during works.
Broad stepped promenade on the east bank with outstanding cathedral skyline views, especially popular for sunset photos and social media content.
Walkable historic core with narrow lanes, churches, river views, and many of the city’s best-known postcard scenes.
Historic square in the Old Town lined with traditional buildings, bars, and civic history, making it a classic base for first-time visitors.
Top-fermented pale beer traditionally served in small glasses. It is Cologne’s signature drink and central to the city’s brewery culture.
A classic Cologne dish of mashed potatoes with apple sauce, often served with black pudding and fried onions. It is a well-known Rhineland comfort food.
Rhineland-style pot roast, traditionally marinated for days and served with rich gravy, dumplings, or potato sides. It is one of the region’s most famous festive dishes.
Modern, acclaimed restaurant near the center with a more refined approach to regional and seasonal German cuisine.
Established traditional brewery restaurant serving hearty Rhineland specialties and fresh Kölsch in an atmospheric old-town interior.
Large, established Cologne brewery restaurant offering local dishes and beer in a polished but traditional atmosphere.
Moderate by German standards. Budget eats are easy to find, but hotels and central dining cost more.
Service is usually included. Round up in cafés and taxis. In restaurants, add about 5-10% for good service; hand the tip directly when paying.
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