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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Lier is to bus which costs €20 - €35 and takes 6h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Lier is to drive which takes 1h 59m and costs €29 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Lier?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Lier. However, there are services departing from Köln Heumarkt and arriving at Lier Markt via Leverkusen, Antwerpen Roosevelt perron B3 and Berchem Station perron 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Lier?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Lier. However, there are services departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Lierre via Brussels-Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.

How far is it from Cologne to Lier?

The distance between Cologne and Lier is 253 km. The road distance is 195 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Lier without a car is to train and line 30 bus which takes 2h 59m and costs €35 - €80.

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

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Cologne to Lier, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Lier bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cologne to Lier train from?

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

Train or bus from Cologne to Lier?

The best way to get from Cologne to Lier is to bus which takes 6h 39m and costs €20 - €35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €35 - €80 and takes 3h 8m.

Where does the Cologne to Lier bus arrive?

Cologne to Lier bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Antwerp Rooseveltplaats station.

Where does the Cologne to Lier train arrive?

Cologne to Lier train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Brussels-Nord station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Lier?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Lier is 195 km. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Cologne to Lier.

Where can I stay near Lier?

There are 1144+ hotels available in Lier.

Cologne to Lier - 5 ways to travel via train, line 30 bus, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Cologne to Lier by train, bus, car, or train (Eurostar)

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

Train, line 30 bus
best
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Brussels-Nordtrain Ice
2. Take the bus from Mechelen Station perron 16 to Lier Dungelhoeffbus 30
2h 59m
€39–79
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leverkusen to Antwerp Rooseveltplaatsbus 280
6h 39m
€20–33
Drive 195 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Liercar 195 km
1h 59m
€30–43
Train
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Brussels-Nordtrain 79
2. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to Lierretrain Ic / ...
3h 8m
€37–77
Train via Liège
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Aachen Hbftrain Re
2. Take the train from Aachen Hbf to Liège-Guilleminstrain S41 / ...
3. Take the train from Liège-Guillemins to Louvaintrain Ic / ...
4. Take the train from Louvain to Lierretrain Ic / ...
3h 32m
€35–183

Cologne to Lier by train and bus

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2h 59mAverage Duration

€39Cheapest Price

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Distance: 253.4 km
Duration: 2h 59m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Lier, Belgium?

FlixBus operates a bus from Leverkusen to Antwerp Rooseveltplaats once daily. Tickets cost €14–27 and the journey takes 3h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Köln Hbf to Lierre via Brussels-Nord in around 3h 8m.

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