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

The cheapest way to get from Lede to Cologne is to bus which costs €30 - €60 and takes 6h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lede to Cologne is to drive which takes 2h 30m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct train between Lede and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Lede to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Lede and arriving at Koeln Hbf via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.

How far is it from Lede to Cologne?

The distance between Lede and Cologne is 253 km. The road distance is 240.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Lede to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 3h 10m and costs €35 - €140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 10m to get from Lede to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lede to Cologne train from?

Lede to Cologne train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Lede station.

Train or bus from Lede to Cologne?

The best way to get from Lede to Cologne is to train which takes 3h 10m and costs €35 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €60 and takes 6h 45m.

Where does the Lede to Cologne train arrive?

Lede to Cologne train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Bruxelles-Midi station.

Can I drive from Lede to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Lede to Cologne is 240 km. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Lede to Cologne.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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Lede to Cologne - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Lede to Cologne by train (Eurostar), 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 Lede to Bruxelles-MidiIc / ...
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Koeln HbfIce
3h 10m
€35–138
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Aalst Station perron 5 to Brussel Noord afstaphalteR14 / ...
2. Take the bus from Brussels-North train station to Cologne Airport CGNN280 / ...
6h 45m
€31–60
Drive 240.4 km
1. Drive from Lede to Cologne240.4 km
2h 30m
€38–54
Train via Bruxelles Midi
1. Take the train from Lede to Bruxelles-MidiIc / ...
2. Take the train from Bruxelles Midi to Köln HbfTha
3h 20m
€35–138

Lede to Cologne by train

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3h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 253.3 km
Duration: 3h 10m

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

You can take a train from Lede to Koeln Hbf via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi in around 3h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Lede to Koeln Hbf via Alost, Aalst Station perron 5, Brussel Noord afstaphalte, Brussels-North train station, Cologne Airport CGN, and Koeln/Bonn Flughafen in around 6h 45m.

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