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 €25 - €45 and takes 6h 44m.

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 58m 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 22. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 44m.

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 Koeln Hbf and arriving at Lierre via Brussels-Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 58m.

How far is it from Cologne to Lier?

The distance between Cologne and Lier is 255 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 which takes 2h 58m and costs €35 - €85.

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

It takes approximately 2h 58m 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 Koeln Hbf station.

Train or bus from Cologne to Lier?

The best way to get from Cologne to Lier is to train which takes 2h 58m and costs €35 - €85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €25 - €45 and takes 6h 44m.

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 58m to drive from Cologne to Lier.

How do I get a train ticket from Cologne to Lier?

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Where can I stay near Lier?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Cologne to Lier 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 Koeln Hbf to Brussels-NordIce
2. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to LierreIc / ...
2h 58m
€37–81
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leverkusen to Antwerp Rooseveltplaats280
6h 44m
€25–42
Drive 195 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Lier195 km
1h 58m
€30–43
Train via Cologne Hbf
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Brussels-Nord79
2. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to LierreIc / ...
3h
€37–81
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Aachen HbfRe
2. Take the train from Aachen, Hbf to Maastricht, Bf
3. Take the bus from Maastricht Boschstraat/Maagdendries to Hasselt Station perron 1320a
4. Take the train from Hasselt to LierreIc / ...
4h 33m
€31–96

Cologne to Lier by train

49Weekly Trains

2h 58mAverage Duration

€37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 254.5 km
Duration: 2h 58m

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

You can take a train from Koeln Hbf to Lierre via Brussels-Nord in around 2h 58m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Leverkusen to Antwerp Rooseveltplaats once daily. Tickets cost €19–40 and the journey takes 3h 55m.

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