The average train between Lier and Cologne takes 3h 3m and the fastest train takes 2h 56m. The train service runs several times per day from Lier to Cologne. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 3 hours between Lier and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 5:18 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lier is at 7:18 PM which arrives into Cologne at 10:15 PM. All services require a transfer at Louvain and take an average of 3h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Lier to Cologne? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Lier to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Lier station and arriving at Cologne station via Louvain. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 3m.
Lier to Cologne train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Lierre station.
Lier to Cologne train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Köln Hbf station.
Book your Lier to Cologne train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and Eurostar.
The distance between Lier and Cologne is 167.8 km. The road distance is 231 km.
You can take a train from Lierre to Köln Hbf via Louvain and Liège, Guillemins Bf in around 3h 17m.