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 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lille Flandres to Cologne is to train which takes 2h 58m and costs €55 - €230.

Is there a direct bus between Lille Flandres and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Lille Flandres station to Cologne station. However, there are services departing from Lille - Europe Train Station and arriving at Cologne - Airport Bus Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 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 2h 58m.

How far is it from Lille Flandres to Cologne?

The distance between Lille Flandres and Cologne is 326 km. The road distance is 318 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 2h 58m and costs €55 - €230.

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

It takes approximately 2h 58m 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 BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Lille - Europe Train 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 2h 58m and costs €55 - €230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €65 and takes 5h 24m.

Where does the Lille Flandres to Cologne bus arrive?

Lille Flandres to Cologne bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Cologne - Airport Bus 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 2m 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 1852+ 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, 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
2h 58m
€58–225
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Lille to Colognerideshare 317.5 km
4h 6m
€21
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lille - Europe Train Station to Cologne - Airport Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
5h 24m
€32–65
Drive 318 km
1. Drive from Lille Flandres to Colognecar 318 km
3h 2m
€50–72
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 44m
€52–206

Lille Flandres to Cologne by foot and train

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2h 58mAverage Duration

€58Cheapest Price

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Distance: 326 km
Duration: 2h 58m

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 2h 58m. Alternatively, BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Lille - Europe Train Station to Cologne - Airport Bus Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost €30–55 and the journey takes 4h 40m. FlixBus also services this route 4 times a day.

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