Ekol Logistics has launched a new rail connection between Budapest and Cologne.
– We are pleased and proud of the fact that we are now offering a new connection via a dedicated train, thanks to which we can connect Central and Eastern Europe with Germany, the Benelux countries, France, and Great Britain. It should be emphasized that this is the first train in Hungary operated by a logistics provider. Until now, only public trains operated on this route – said Ákos Kovács, Country Manager, Ekol Hungary.
The train will depart from Budapest 3 times a week, on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at 10:00 PM, and will arrive in Cologne at 5:00 AM on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays. The return train will leave Cologne on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at 10:00 PM and will arrive in Budapest 2 days later at 3:00 AM.
– The distance between these two cities is 1150 km and it takes 31 hours to cover this route by Ekol train. Thanks to the new train, our customers will have many benefits. The prices for this connection will be more affordable. The transit time is an alternative to road transport, but it is a more environmentally friendly solution. In addition, dedicated trains are more reliable compared to public transport – said Daniel Allard, Project Development Manager, Ekol.
The train will consist of pocket wagons to be able to transport 32 MEGA trailers or 45′ containers and 60′ container wagons, which are suitable for 20′ and 30′ units.