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

The cheapest way to get from KU Leuven to Cologne is to bus which costs €20 - €45 and takes 4h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from KU Leuven to Cologne is to drive which takes 1h 51m and costs €28 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between KU Leuven and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from KU Leuven station to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Leuven Station and arriving at Cologne Airport CGN via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.

Is there a direct train between KU Leuven and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Louvain and arriving at Köln Hbf. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 36m.

How far is it from KU Leuven to Cologne?

The distance between KU Leuven and Cologne is 189 km. The road distance is 184.9 km.

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

The best way to get from KU Leuven to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 1h 52m and costs €30 - €150.

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

The train from Louvain to Cologne Hbf takes 1h 36m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the KU Leuven to Cologne bus from?

KU Leuven to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Leuven Station.

Where do I catch the KU Leuven to Cologne train from?

KU Leuven to Cologne train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Louvain station.

Train or bus from KU Leuven to Cologne?

The best way to get from KU Leuven to Cologne is to train which takes 1h 52m and costs €30 - €150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €20 - €45 and takes 4h 19m.

Where does the KU Leuven to Cologne bus arrive?

KU Leuven to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Cologne Airport CGN station.

Where does the KU Leuven to Cologne train arrive?

KU Leuven to Cologne train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Köln Hbf station.

Can I drive from KU Leuven to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between KU Leuven to Cologne is 185 km. It takes approximately 1h 51m to drive from KU Leuven to Cologne.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from KU Leuven to Cologne?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Louvain to Köln Hbftrain Trn
1h 52m
€30–150
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leuven Station to Cologne Airport CGNbus N84
4h 19m
€20–44
Drive 184.9 km
1. Drive from KU Leuven to Colognecar 184.9 km
1h 51m
€29–42
Train via Liège
1. Take the train from Louvain to Liège-Guilleminstrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Liege-Guillemins to Koeln Hbftrain Ice / ...
2h 9m
€32–149

KU Leuven to Cologne by foot and train

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Distance: 189.3 km
Duration: 1h 52m

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

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) operates a train from Louvain to Köln Hbf twice daily. Tickets cost €30–65 and the journey takes 1h 36m. Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) also services this route once daily. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Leuven Station to Cologne Airport CGN twice daily. Tickets cost €18–30 and the journey takes 3h 35m. BlaBlaCar Bus also services this route once daily.

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