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

The cheapest way to get from Lier to Cologne is to bus and train which costs €24 - €35 and takes 5h 57m.

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 Berchem Station perron 23, Antwerp Rooseveltplaats and Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 42m.

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 Koeln Hbf via Louvain and Liege-Guillemins. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

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 2h 44m and costs €40 - €130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 44m 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 FlixBus, depart from Antwerp Rooseveltplaats 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 2h 44m and costs €40 - €130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €25 - €60 and takes 6h 42m.

Where does the Lier to Cologne bus arrive?

Lier to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leverkusen 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.

Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1740+ hotels available in Cologne.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Lier to Cologne by train (Eurostar), bus, train, 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 Lierre to LouvainIc / ...
2. Take the train from Louvain to Liège-GuilleminsIc / ...
3. Take the train from Liege-Guillemins to Koeln HbfIce / ...
2h 44m
€41–124
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Antwerp Berchem Bus Stop to Aachen Main Train StationUnion Ivkoni - Unibus 3644
2. Take the train from Aachen Hbf to Koeln Messe/DeutzRe
5h 57m
€24–35
Drive 195.3 km
1. Drive from Lier to Cologne195.3 km
1h 59m
€31–44
Bus
1. Take the bus from Antwerp Rooseveltplaats to Leverkusen280
6h 42m
€25–56

Lier to Cologne by train

114Weekly Trains

2h 44mAverage Duration

€41Cheapest Price

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Distance: 230.7 km
Duration: 2h 44m

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

You can take a train from Lierre to Koeln Hbf via Louvain and Liege-Guillemins in around 2h 44m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Antwerp Rooseveltplaats to Leverkusen once daily. Tickets cost €19–50 and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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