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

The cheapest way to get from Lier to Cologne is to bus which costs €19 - €35 and takes 7h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lier to Cologne is to drive which takes 1h 59m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Lier and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Lier to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Lier Markt and arriving at Köln Heumarkt via Antwerp Rooseveltplaats and Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Lier and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Lier to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Lierre and arriving at Köln Hbf via Louvain and Liège, Guillemins Bf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.

How far is it from Lier to Cologne?

The distance between Lier and Cologne is 231 km. The road distance is 195.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Lier to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs €40 - €110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 14m to get from Lier to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lier to Cologne bus from?

Lier to Cologne bus services, operated by De Lijn, depart from Lier Markt station.

Where do I catch the Lier to Cologne train from?

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

Train or bus from Lier to Cologne?

The best way to get from Lier to Cologne is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs €40 - €110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €19 - €35 and takes 7h 19m.

Where does the Lier to Cologne bus arrive?

Lier to Cologne bus services, operated by De Lijn, arrive at Antwerpen Roosevelt perron B6 station.

Where does the Lier to Cologne train arrive?

Lier to Cologne train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Louvain station.

Can I drive from Lier to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Lier to Cologne is 195 km. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Lier to Cologne.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1818+ hotels available in Cologne.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Lier to Cologne by train (Eurostar), bus, car, or train

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 Lierre to Louvaintrain L / ...
2. Take the train from Louvain to Liège-Guilleminstrain Ic / ...
3. Take the train from Liège, Guillemins Bf to Köln Hbftrain 79
3h 14m
€41–110
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lier Markt to Antwerpen Roosevelt perron B6bus 20a
2. Take the bus from Antwerp Rooseveltplaats to Leverkusenbus 280
7h 19m
€19–31
Drive 195.3 km
1. Drive from Lier to Colognecar 195.3 km
1h 59m
€31–44
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Lier Markt to Antwerpen Centraal Station perron 10bus 20a
2. Take the train from Anvers-Central to Koeln Hbftrain Ice
4h 31m
€48–113
Bus, train #2
1. Take the bus from Lier Markt to Antwerpen Centraal Station perron 10bus 20a
2. Take the train from Anvers-Central to Köln Hbftrain Trn
4h 31m
€48–93

Lier to Cologne by train

110Weekly Trains

3h 14mAverage Duration

€41Cheapest Price

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Distance: 230.6 km
Duration: 3h 14m

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

You can take a train from Lierre to Köln Hbf via Louvain and Liège, Guillemins Bf in around 3h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lier Markt to Köln Heumarkt via Antwerp Rooseveltplaats, Leverkusen, and Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bf in around 7h 19m.

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