How to travel from Cologne to Antwerp

There are 3 options to travel between Cologne and Antwerp including taking a bus, train, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Cologne to Antwerp is a bus with an average price of $33.

This is compared to other travel options from Cologne to Antwerp:

A bus is $57 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne to Antwerp costing on average $90.

A bus is $587 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cologne to Antwerp costing on average $620.

The fastest way to travel from Cologne to Antwerp is by train with an average journey time of 3h 18m.

Other travel options to Antwerp take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 23m.

Bus takes on average 5h 37m.

The distance from Cologne to Antwerp is approximately 112 miles (181 km).

The average frequency per day from Cologne to Antwerp is:

• Around 5 flights per day.
• Around 5 trains per day.
• Around 4 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Cologne and Antwerp as scheduled services by bus, train, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Cologne to Antwerp:

• Flights mostly depart from Cologne Bonn Airport and arrive in Brussels Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Cologne Hbf and arrive in Antwerp-Central.
• Buses mostly depart from Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) and arrive in Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats).

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Cologne to Antwerp, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Union Ivkoni International, BlaBlaCar Bus, Wupsi to go to Antwerp by bus.
• Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Eurostar, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) to go to Antwerp by train.

Yes, there is a direct route available from Cologne to Antwerp:

• 2 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Union Ivkoni International.

Omio customers who travel from Cologne to Antwerp often also extend their vacation to go to Amsterdam, Paris, Brussels, Bruges, London. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Antwerp and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Antwerp to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Antwerp, visitors can explore the vibrant Grote Markt with its ornate guildhalls and impressive City Hall, enjoy the trendy Zurenborg neighborhood with stunning Art Nouveau architecture, and take a scenic walk along the Scheldt River. The Meir offers a lively shopping experience, while the Middelheim Open Air Sculpture Museum provides a relaxing afternoon with contemporary artworks. Key sights include the Cathedral of Our Lady, Antwerp Zoo, Museum aan de Stroom (MAS), Antwerp Central Station, and Rubenshuis, each offering unique cultural and historical insights.

To explore Antwerp's main attractions, including its historic center, museums, and vibrant neighborhoods, plan for a stay of 2 to 3 days.