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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Lier is to bus which costs €22 - €35 and takes 7h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Lier is to drive which takes 2h and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Lier?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Lier. However, there are services departing from Köln Heumarkt and arriving at Lier Markt via Leverkusen and Antwerpen Roosevelt perron B6. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Lier?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Lier. However, there are services departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Lierre via Brussels-Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.

How far is it from Cologne to Lier?

The distance between Cologne and Lier is 255 km. The road distance is 195.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Lier without a car is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs €40 - €95.

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

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from Cologne to Lier, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Lier bus from?

Cologne to Lier bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Leverkusen station.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Lier train from?

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

Train or bus from Cologne to Lier?

The best way to get from Cologne to Lier is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs €40 - €95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €22 - €35 and takes 7h 8m.

Where does the Cologne to Lier bus arrive?

Cologne to Lier bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Antwerp Rooseveltplaats station.

Where does the Cologne to Lier train arrive?

Cologne to Lier train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Brussels-Nord station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Lier?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Lier is 195 km. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Cologne to Lier.

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

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Where can I stay near Lier?

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Cologne to Lier - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Brussels-Nordtrain 79
2. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to Lierretrain Ic / ...
2h 57m
€44–91
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leverkusen to Antwerp Rooseveltplaatsbus 280
2. Take the bus from Antwerpen Roosevelt perron B6 to Lier Marktbus 20a
7h 8m
€22–32
Drive 195.4 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Liercar 195.4 km
2h
€32–45
Train via Brussels
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain Thalys
2. Take the train from Bruxelles-Midi to Lierretrain Ic / ...
3h 14m
€86–138

Cologne to Lier by train

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Distance: 254.6 km
Duration: 2h 57m

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

You can take a train from Köln Hbf to Lierre via Brussels-Nord in around 2h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Köln Heumarkt to Lier Markt via Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bf, Leverkusen, and Antwerpen Roosevelt perron B6 in around 7h 8m.

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