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

The cheapest way to get from Lanaken to Cologne is to drive which costs €16 - €24 and takes 1h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lanaken to Cologne is to drive which takes 1h 8m and costs €16 - €24.

Is there a direct bus between Lanaken and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Lanaken to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Lanaken Gemeentehuis and arriving at Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis via Maastricht, Station and Aachen - 58, Peterstraße. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

How far is it from Lanaken to Cologne?

The distance between Lanaken and Cologne is 125 km. The road distance is 106 km.

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

The best way to get from Lanaken to Cologne without a car is to line 45 bus and train which takes 2h 6m and costs €20 - €60.

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

It takes approximately 2h 6m to get from Lanaken to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lanaken to Cologne bus from?

Lanaken to Cologne bus services, operated by Arriva NL, depart from Maastricht, Station.

Where does the Lanaken to Cologne bus arrive?

Lanaken to Cologne bus services, operated by Arriva NL, arrive at Aachen, Elisenbrunnen station.

Can I drive from Lanaken to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Lanaken to Cologne is 106 km. It takes approximately 1h 8m to drive from Lanaken to Cologne.

Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1822+ hotels available in Cologne.

Lanaken to Cologne - 4 ways to travel via train, line 45 bus, and line 350 bus

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

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Line 45 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Lanaken Gemeentehuis to Maastricht Station perron Dbus 45 / ...
2. Take the train from Maastricht to Aachen Hbftrain S43 / ...
3. Take the train from Aachen Hbf to Koeln Hbftrain Ice / ...
2h 6m
€20–57
Line 350 bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Maastricht, Station to Aachen, Hauptbahnhofbus 350
2. Take the train from Aachen, Hbf to Köln Hbftrain Re9 / ...
2h 56m
€16–52
Drive 106 km
1. Drive from Lanaken to Colognecar 106 km
1h 8m
€17–24
Line 350 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Maastricht, Station to Aachen, Elisenbrunnenbus 350
2. Take the bus from Aachen - 58, Peterstraße to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleisbus Mykolayiv
3h 27m

Lanaken to Cologne by bus and train

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2h 6mAverage Duration

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Distance: 125.1 km
Duration: 2h 6m

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

You can take a bus from Lanaken Gemeentehuis to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis via Maastricht, Station, Aachen, Elisenbrunnen, and Aachen - 58, Peterstraße in around 3h 27m.

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