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

The cheapest way to get from Leuven Station to Cologne is to bus which costs €20 - €45 and takes 4h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leuven Station to Cologne is to train which takes 1h 39m and costs €30 - €150.

Is there a direct bus between Leuven Station and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Leuven Station 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 2m.

Is there a direct train between Leuven Station and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Leuven and arriving at Köln Hbf. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 35m.

How far is it from Leuven Station to Cologne?

The distance between Leuven Station and Cologne is 188 km. The road distance is 181.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Leuven Station to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 1h 39m and costs €30 - €150.

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

The train from Leuven to Köln Hbf takes 1h 35m including transfers and departs four times a day.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Leuven Station to Cologne?

The best way to get from Leuven Station to Cologne is to train which takes 1h 39m and costs €30 - €150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €20 - €45 and takes 4h 2m.

Where does the Leuven Station to Cologne bus arrive?

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

Where does the Leuven Station to Cologne train arrive?

Leuven Station to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Köln Hbf station.

Can I drive from Leuven Station to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Leuven Station to Cologne is 181 km. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from Leuven Station to Cologne.

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

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Leuven Station to Cologne - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Leuven Station to Cologne by train, bus, car, or train (Eurostar)

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leuven to Köln Hbftrain 79 / ...
1h 39m
€30–150
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leuven Station to Cologne Airport CGNbus N84
4h 2m
€20–44
Drive 181.2 km
1. Drive from Leuven Station to Colognecar 181.2 km
1h 48m
€28–41
Train via Liège
1. Take the train from Louvain to Liège-Guilleminstrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Liege-Guillemins to Koeln Hbftrain Ice / ...
1h 58m
€32–149
Train via Welkenraedt
1. Take the train from Louvain to Welkenraedttrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Aachen Hbf to Koeln Messe/Deutztrain Re
2h 53m
€36–72

Leuven Station to Cologne by foot and train

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Distance: 188.3 km
Duration: 1h 39m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Leuven to Köln Hbf 4 times a day. Tickets cost €30–150 and the journey takes 1h 35m. 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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