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 24m.

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 24m and costs €18 - €27.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Tongeren?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Tongeren station. However, there are services departing from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis and arriving at Tongeren Station via Aachen, Elisenbrunnen and Maastricht Station perron D. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.

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 Köln Hbf and arriving at Tongres via Liège-Guillemins. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 7m.

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 2h 7m and costs €27 - €70.

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

It takes approximately 2h 7m to get from Cologne to Tongeren, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Tongeren bus from?

Cologne to Tongeren bus services, operated by OrionBus, depart from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis station.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Tongeren train from?

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

Train or bus from Cologne to Tongeren?

The best way to get from Cologne to Tongeren is to train which takes 2h 7m and costs €27 - €70. Alternatively, you can bus and line 350 bus and line 62 bus, which costs and takes 3h 19m.

Where does the Cologne to Tongeren bus arrive?

Cologne to Tongeren bus services, operated by OrionBus, arrive at Aachen - 58, Peterstraße station.

Where does the Cologne to Tongeren train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cologne to Tongeren?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Tongeren is 120 km. It takes approximately 1h 24m to drive from Cologne to Tongeren.

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

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Where can I stay near Tongeren?

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Cologne to Tongeren - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 350 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Cologne to Tongeren by train (Eurostar), bus, car, or train

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Liège, Guillemins Bftrain 79
2. Take the train from Liège-Guillemins to Tongrestrain S41 / ...
2h 7m
€28–69
Drive 120.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Cologne to Tongerencar 120.2 km
1h 24m
€19–27
Bus, line 350 bus, line 62 bus
1. Take the bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Aachen - 58, Peterstraßebus
2. Take the bus from Aachen, Elisenbrunnen to Maastricht, Stationbus 350
3. Take the bus from Maastricht Station perron D to Tongeren Stationbus 62
3h 19m
Train, line 62 bus
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Aachen Hbftrain Re
2. Take the train from Aachen Hbf to Maastrichttrain
3. Take the bus from Maastricht Station perron D to Tongeren Stationbus 62
3h 15m
€35–57

Cologne to Tongeren by train

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Distance: 145.1 km
Duration: 2h 7m

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

You can take a train from Köln Hbf to Tongres via Liège-Guillemins in around 2h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Tongeren Station via Aachen - 58, Peterstraße, Aachen, Elisenbrunnen, and Maastricht Station perron D in around 3h 19m.

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