What is the cheapest way to get from Leuven to Köln Hbf?

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

What is the fastest way to get from Leuven to Köln Hbf?

The fastest way to get from Leuven to Köln Hbf is to train which takes 1h 36m and costs €30 - €150.

Is there a direct bus between Leuven and Köln Hbf?

No, there is no direct bus from Leuven station to Köln Hbf. 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 and Köln Hbf?

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 Leuven to Köln Hbf?

The distance between Leuven and Köln Hbf is 188 km. The road distance is 183.3 km.

How do I travel from Leuven to Köln Hbf without a car?

The best way to get from Leuven to Köln Hbf without a car is to train which takes 1h 36m and costs €30 - €150.

How long does it take to get from Leuven to Köln Hbf?

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

Where do I catch the Leuven to Köln Hbf bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Leuven to Köln Hbf train from?

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

Train or bus from Leuven to Köln Hbf?

The best way to get from Leuven to Köln Hbf is to train which takes 1h 36m and costs €30 - €150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €20 - €45 and takes 4h 2m.

Where does the Leuven to Köln Hbf bus arrive?

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

Where does the Leuven to Köln Hbf train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leuven to Köln Hbf?

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

How do I get a train ticket from Leuven to Köln Hbf?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Leuven to Köln Hbf?

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Leuven to Köln Hbf - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Louvain to Köln Hbftrain Trn
1h 36m
€30–150
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leuven Station to Cologne Airport CGNbus N84
4h 2m
€20–45
Drive 183.3 km
1. Drive from Leuven to Köln Hbfcar 183.3 km
1h 49m
€29–41
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 54m
€31–150

Leuven to Köln Hbf by train

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Distance: 187.9 km
Duration: 1h 36m

What companies run services between Leuven, Belgium and Köln Hbf, 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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