What is the cheapest way to get from Cologne to Lemgo?

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Lemgo is to bus which costs €13 - €21 and takes 6h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cologne to Lemgo?

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Lemgo is to drive which takes 1h 57m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Lemgo?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Lemgo. However, there are services departing from Köln Heumarkt and arriving at Lemgo, Finanzamt via Leverkusen and Bad Salzuflen, ZOB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Lemgo?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Lemgo. However, there are services departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Lemgo, Bahnhof via Bielefeld Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h.

How far is it from Cologne to Lemgo?

The distance between Cologne and Lemgo is 216 km. The road distance is 211 km.

How do I travel from Cologne to Lemgo without a car?

The best way to get from Cologne to Lemgo without a car is to train which takes 3h and costs €30 - €75.

How long does it take to get from Cologne to Lemgo?

It takes approximately 3h to get from Cologne to Lemgo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Lemgo bus from?

Cologne to Lemgo bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Leverkusen station.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Lemgo train from?

Cologne to Lemgo train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Hbf station.

Train or bus from Cologne to Lemgo?

The best way to get from Cologne to Lemgo is to train which takes 3h and costs €30 - €75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €13 - €21 and takes 6h 7m.

Where does the Cologne to Lemgo bus arrive?

Cologne to Lemgo bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bad Salzuflen central bus station.

Where does the Cologne to Lemgo train arrive?

Cologne to Lemgo train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Bielefeld Hbf station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Lemgo?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Lemgo is 211 km. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from Cologne to Lemgo.

Where can I stay near Lemgo?

There are 993+ hotels available in Lemgo.

Cologne to Lemgo - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Cologne to Lemgo by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Bielefeld Hbf19 / ...
2. Take the train from Bielefeld Hbf to Lemgo, BahnhofRb73
3h
€31–73
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leverkusen to Bad Salzuflen central bus stationN1338
6h 7m
€13–21
Drive 211 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Lemgo211 km
1h 57m
€30–44
Train via Koeln Hbf
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Bielefeld HbfRe
4h 9m
€17–73

Cologne to Lemgo by train

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Distance: 216.3 km
Duration: 3h

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Lemgo, Germany?

You can take a train from Köln Hbf to Lemgo, Bahnhof via Bielefeld Hbf in around 3h. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Leverkusen to Bad Salzuflen central bus station 5 times a week. Tickets cost €13–21 and the journey takes 3h 35m.

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