What is the cheapest way to get from Lille Flandres to Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Lille Flandres to Cologne is to rideshare which costs €21 and takes 4h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lille Flandres to Cologne?

The fastest way to get from Lille Flandres to Cologne is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs €60 - €90.

Is there a direct bus between Lille Flandres and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Lille Flandres to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Lille and arriving at Cologne Airport CGN via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Lille Flandres and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Lille Flandres to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Lille Europe and arriving at Koeln Hbf via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 33m.

How far is it from Lille Flandres to Cologne?

The distance between Lille Flandres and Cologne is 326 km. The road distance is 317.7 km.

How do I travel from Lille Flandres to Cologne without a car?

The best way to get from Lille Flandres to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 3h 33m and costs €55 - €210.

How long does it take to get from Lille Flandres to Cologne?

It takes approximately 3h 33m to get from Lille Flandres to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lille Flandres to Cologne bus from?

Lille Flandres to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Lille station.

Where do I catch the Lille Flandres to Cologne train from?

Lille Flandres to Cologne train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Lille Europe station.

Train or bus from Lille Flandres to Cologne?

The best way to get from Lille Flandres to Cologne is to train which takes 3h 33m and costs €55 - €210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €29 - €50 and takes 6h 24m.

Where does the Lille Flandres to Cologne bus arrive?

Lille Flandres to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Cologne Airport CGN station.

Where does the Lille Flandres to Cologne train arrive?

Lille Flandres to Cologne train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi station.

Can I drive from Lille Flandres to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Lille Flandres to Cologne is 318 km. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Lille Flandres to Cologne.

How do I get a train ticket from Lille Flandres to Cologne?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Lille Flandres to Cologne?

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1820+ hotels available in Cologne.

Can I share a ride from Lille Flandres to Cologne?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Lille Flandres and Cologne. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Lille Flandres to Cologne - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and rideshare

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There are 5 ways to get from Lille Flandres to Cologne by train (TGV, Eurostar), bus, car, train (Eurostar), or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lille Europe to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Koeln Hbftrain Ice
3h 33m
€56–206
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Lille to Colognerideshare 317.5 km
4h 3m
€21
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lille to Cologne Airport CGNbus N870 / ...
6h 24m
€30–50
Drive 317.7 km
1. Drive from Lille Flandres to Colognecar 317.7 km
3h 1m
€61–87
Train via Tournai
1. Take the train from Tournai to Bruxelles-Miditrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Bruxelles Midi to Köln Hbftrain 79
4h 36m
€55–170

Lille Flandres to Cologne by foot and train

90Weekly Services

3h 33mAverage Duration

€56Cheapest Price

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Distance: 326.5 km
Duration: 3h 33m

What companies run services between Lille Flandres, France and Cologne, Germany?

You can take a vehicle from Lille Flandres to Koeln Hbf via Lille Europe and Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi in around 3h 33m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Lille to Cologne Airport CGN 5 times a day. Tickets cost €30–45 and the journey takes 5h 30m. BlaBlaCar Bus also services this route 3 times a day.

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