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

The cheapest way to get from Lille to Köln Hbf is to rideshare which costs €21 and takes 4h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lille to Köln Hbf is to train which takes 2h 51m and costs €55 - €240.

Is there a direct bus between Lille and Köln Hbf?

No, there is no direct bus from Lille station to Köln Hbf 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 16m.

Is there a direct train between Lille and Köln Hbf?

No, there is no direct train from Lille to Köln Hbf. 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 51m.

How far is it from Lille to Köln Hbf?

The distance between Lille and Köln Hbf is 325 km. The road distance is 318.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Lille to Köln Hbf without a car is to train which takes 2h 51m and costs €55 - €240.

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

It takes approximately 2h 51m to get from Lille to Köln Hbf, including transfers.

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

Lille to Köln Hbf bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Lille - Europe Train Station.

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

Lille to Köln Hbf train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Lille Europe station.

Train or bus from Lille to Köln Hbf?

The best way to get from Lille to Köln Hbf is to train which takes 2h 51m and costs €55 - €240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €65 and takes 5h 16m.

Where does the Lille to Köln Hbf bus arrive?

Lille to Köln Hbf bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Cologne - Airport Bus Station.

Where does the Lille to Köln Hbf train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lille to Köln Hbf?

Yes, the driving distance between Lille to Köln Hbf is 319 km. It takes approximately 3h 2m to drive from Lille to Köln Hbf.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Köln Hbf?

There are 1856+ hotels available in Köln Hbf.

Can I share a ride from Lille to Köln Hbf?

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

Lille to Köln Hbf - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and rideshare

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There are 5 ways to get from Lille to Köln Hbf 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 51m
€58–235
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Lille to Colognerideshare 317.5 km
4h 7m
€21
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lille - Europe Train Station to Cologne - Airport Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
5h 16m
€32–65
Drive 318.8 km
1. Drive from Lille to Köln Hbfcar 318.8 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 Tha
4h 43m
€52–216

Lille to Köln Hbf by train

189Weekly Trains

2h 51mAverage Duration

€58Cheapest Price

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Distance: 325.4 km
Duration: 2h 51m

What companies run services between Lille, France and Köln Hbf, Germany?

You can take a train from Lille Europe to Koeln Hbf via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi in around 2h 51m. 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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