What is the cheapest way to get from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Leuven?

The cheapest way to get from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Leuven is to bus which costs €16 - €35 and takes 3h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Leuven?

The fastest way to get from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Leuven is to drive which takes 1h 53m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) and Leuven?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cologne Airport CGN and arriving at Leuven Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) and Leuven?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Leuven. However, there are services departing from Flughafen Köln/Bonn Bf and arriving at Louvain via Köln Hbf and Liège-Guillemins. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

How far is it from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Leuven?

The distance between Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) and Leuven is 203 km. The road distance is 198.2 km.

How do I travel from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Leuven without a car?

The best way to get from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Leuven without a car is to train via Liège which takes 2h 50m and costs €30 - €170.

How long does it take to get from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Leuven?

It takes approximately 2h 50m to get from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Leuven, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Leuven bus from?

Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Leuven bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cologne Airport CGN station.

Where do I catch the Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Leuven train from?

Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Leuven train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Hbf station.

Train or bus from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Leuven?

The best way to get from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Leuven is to train via Liège which takes 2h 50m and costs €30 - €170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €16 - €35 and takes 3h 25m.

Where does the Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Leuven bus arrive?

Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Leuven bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leuven Station.

Where does the Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Leuven train arrive?

Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Leuven train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Liège, Guillemins Bf station.

Can I drive from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Leuven?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Leuven is 198 km. It takes approximately 1h 53m to drive from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Leuven.

How do I get a train ticket from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Leuven?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Leuven?

Book your Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Leuven bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Leuven?

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Can I share a ride from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Leuven?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) and Leuven. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Leuven - 5 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Leuven by train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Train via Liège
best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Liège, Guillemins Bftrain 79
2. Take the train from Liège-Guillemins to Louvaintrain Ic / ...
2h 50m
€33–167
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cologne Airport CGN to Leuven Stationbus N84
3h 25m
€16–35
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Cologne Bonn-CGN to Leuvenrideshare 198.2 km
1h 53m
Drive 198.2 km
1. Drive from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Leuvencar 198.2 km
1h 53m
€31–44
Train
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Leuventrain 79
2h 53m
€33–162

Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Leuven by train

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Distance: 203 km
Duration: 2h 50m

What companies run services between Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN), Germany and Leuven, Belgium?

You can take a train from Flughafen Köln/Bonn Bf to Louvain via Köln Hbf and Liège-Guillemins in around 2h 50m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Cologne Airport CGN to Leuven Station twice daily. Tickets cost €16–27 and the journey takes 3h 25m. BlaBlaCar Bus also services this route once daily.

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