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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Leuven is to drive which costs €29 - €45 and takes 1h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Leuven is to train via Liège which takes 1h 38m and costs €30 - €95.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Leuven?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Leuven. Services depart twice a week, and operate Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 1h 40m.

How far is it from Cologne to Leuven?

The distance between Cologne and Leuven is 188 km. The road distance is 182.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Leuven without a car is to train via Liège which takes 1h 38m and costs €30 - €95.

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

It takes approximately 1h 38m to get from Cologne to Leuven, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Leuven train from?

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

Where does the Cologne to Leuven train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cologne to Leuven?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Leuven is 183 km. It takes approximately 1h 49m to drive from Cologne to Leuven.

How do I get a train ticket from Cologne to Leuven?

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Where can I stay near Leuven?

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Cologne to Leuven - 4 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Cologne to Leuven by train (Eurostar), car, or train

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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 / ...
1h 38m
€33–92
Drive 182.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Cologne to Leuvencar 182.7 km
1h 49m
€29–42
Train
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Leuventrain 79
1h 40m
€30–70
Train #2
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain Thalys
2. Take the train from Bruxelles-Midi to Louvaintrain S2 / ...
2h 48m
€84–138

Cologne to Leuven by train

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1h 38mAverage Duration

€33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 187.9 km
Duration: 1h 38m

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

You can take a train from Köln Hbf to Louvain via Liège-Guillemins in around 1h 38m.

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