What is the cheapest way to get from Cologne to Lanaken?

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Lanaken is to drive which costs €16 - €24 and takes 1h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cologne to Lanaken?

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Lanaken is to drive which takes 1h 9m and costs €16 - €24.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Lanaken?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Lanaken. However, there are services departing from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis and arriving at Lanaken Wijngaardstraat via Aachen, Elisenbrunnen and Maastricht Station perron D. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 37m.

How far is it from Cologne to Lanaken?

The distance between Cologne and Lanaken is 125 km. The road distance is 106.3 km.

How do I travel from Cologne to Lanaken without a car?

The best way to get from Cologne to Lanaken without a car is to train and line 45 bus which takes 2h 18m and costs €23 - €65.

How long does it take to get from Cologne to Lanaken?

It takes approximately 2h 18m to get from Cologne to Lanaken, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Lanaken bus from?

Cologne to Lanaken bus services, operated by OrionBus, depart from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis station.

Where does the Cologne to Lanaken bus arrive?

Cologne to Lanaken bus services, operated by OrionBus, arrive at Aachen - 58, Peterstraße station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Lanaken?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Lanaken is 106 km. It takes approximately 1h 9m to drive from Cologne to Lanaken.

Where can I stay near Lanaken?

There are 1550+ hotels available in Lanaken.

Cologne to Lanaken - 4 ways to travel via train, line 45 bus, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Cologne to Lanaken by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 45 bus
best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Aachen, Hbftrain 79
2. Take the train from Aachen Hbf to Maastrichttrain
3. Take the bus from Maastricht Station perron D to Lanaken Gemeentehuisbus 45 / ...
2h 18m
€23–63
Drive 106.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Cologne to Lanakencar 106.3 km
1h 9m
€17–24
Bus, line 350 bus
1. Take the bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Aachen - 58, Peterstraßebus Mykolayiv
2. Take the bus from Aachen, Elisenbrunnen to Maastricht, Stationbus 350
2h 37m
Train, line 350 bus
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Stolberg(Rheinl)Hbftrain Re
2. Take the bus from Aachen, Schanz to Maastricht, Stationbus 350
2h 56m

Cologne to Lanaken by train and bus

239Weekly Services

2h 18mAverage Duration

€23Cheapest Price

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Distance: 125.3 km
Duration: 2h 18m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Lanaken, Belgium?

You can take a bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Lanaken Wijngaardstraat via Aachen - 58, Peterstraße, Aachen, Elisenbrunnen, and Maastricht Station perron D in around 2h 37m.

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