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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Tongeren is to drive which costs €18 - €27 and takes 1h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Tongeren is to drive which takes 1h 23m and costs €18 - €27.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Tongeren?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Tongeren. However, there are services departing from Koeln Hbf and arriving at Tongres via Liège-Guillemins. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 49m.

How far is it from Cologne to Tongeren?

The distance between Cologne and Tongeren is 145 km. The road distance is 120.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Tongeren without a car is to train which takes 1h 49m and costs €29 - €95.

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

It takes approximately 1h 49m to get from Cologne to Tongeren, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Tongeren train from?

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

Where does the Cologne to Tongeren train arrive?

Cologne to Tongeren train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Liege-Guillemins station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Tongeren?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Tongeren is 120 km. It takes approximately 1h 23m to drive from Cologne to Tongeren.

Where can I stay near Tongeren?

There are 1386+ hotels available in Tongeren.

Cologne to Tongeren - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and line 62 bus

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

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 Liege-GuilleminsIce / ...
2. Take the train from Liège-Guillemins to TongresS41
1h 49m
€29–92
Train, line 62 bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Aachen HbfRe
2. Take the train from Aachen Hbf to Maastricht
3. Take the bus from Maastricht Station perron D to Tongeren Station62
3h 3m
€13–82
Drive 120.2 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Tongeren120.2 km
1h 23m
€19–27

Cologne to Tongeren by train

141Weekly Trains

1h 49mAverage Duration

€29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 145.1 km
Duration: 1h 49m

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

You can take a train from Koeln Hbf to Tongres via Liège-Guillemins in around 1h 49m.

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