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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Nivelles is to drive which costs €30 - €50 and takes 2h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Nivelles is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Nivelles?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Nivelles. However, there are services departing from Koeln Hbf and arriving at Nivelles via Brussels-Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.

How far is it from Cologne to Nivelles?

The distance between Cologne and Nivelles is 249 km. The road distance is 214.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Nivelles without a car is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs €45 - €110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 42m to get from Cologne to Nivelles, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Nivelles train from?

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

Where does the Cologne to Nivelles train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cologne to Nivelles?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Nivelles is 215 km. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Cologne to Nivelles.

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

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Where can I stay near Nivelles?

There are 210+ hotels available in Nivelles.

Cologne to Nivelles - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Cologne to Nivelles by train, car, or train (Eurostar)

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Brussels-Nordtrain Ice
2. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to Nivellestrain S1 / ...
2h 42m
€49–108
Drive 214.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Cologne to Nivellescar 214.7 km
2h 13m
€33–48
Train via Liège
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Aachen Hbftrain Re
2. Take the train from Aachen Hbf to Liège-Guilleminstrain S43 / ...
3. Take the train from Landen to Nivellestrain S9 / ...
6h 26m
€70–137

Cologne to Nivelles by train

49Weekly Trains

2h 42mAverage Duration

€49Cheapest Price

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Distance: 248.9 km
Duration: 2h 42m

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

You can take a train from Koeln Hbf to Nivelles via Brussels-Nord in around 2h 42m.

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