What is the cheapest way to get from Louvain-la-Neuve to Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Louvain-la-Neuve to Cologne is to bus which costs €26 - €45 and takes 6h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Louvain-la-Neuve to Cologne?

The fastest way to get from Louvain-la-Neuve to Cologne is to drive which takes 1h 53m and costs €29 - €45.

Is there a direct train between Louvain-la-Neuve and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Louvain-la-Neuve to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Louvain-la-Neuve and arriving at Koeln Hbf via Ottignies and Liege-Guillemins. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.

How far is it from Louvain-la-Neuve to Cologne?

The distance between Louvain-la-Neuve and Cologne is 215 km. The road distance is 198.8 km.

How do I travel from Louvain-la-Neuve to Cologne without a car?

The best way to get from Louvain-la-Neuve to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 3h 28m and costs €40 - €120.

How long does it take to get from Louvain-la-Neuve to Cologne?

It takes approximately 3h 28m to get from Louvain-la-Neuve to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Louvain-la-Neuve to Cologne train from?

Louvain-la-Neuve to Cologne train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Ottignies station.

Train or bus from Louvain-la-Neuve to Cologne?

The best way to get from Louvain-la-Neuve to Cologne is to train which takes 3h 28m and costs €40 - €120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €26 - €45 and takes 6h 40m.

Where does the Louvain-la-Neuve to Cologne train arrive?

Louvain-la-Neuve to Cologne train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Liège-Guillemins station.

Can I drive from Louvain-la-Neuve to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Louvain-la-Neuve to Cologne is 199 km. It takes approximately 1h 53m to drive from Louvain-la-Neuve to Cologne.

How do I get a train ticket from Louvain-la-Neuve to Cologne?

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Louvain-la-Neuve to Cologne - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and night train

There are 4 ways to get from Louvain-la-Neuve to Cologne by train (Eurostar), bus, train, night 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 Ottignies to Liège-Guilleminstrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Liege-Guillemins to Koeln Hbftrain Ice
3h 28m
€44–120
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leuven Station to Cologne Airport CGNbus N84
6h 40m
€26–41
Train, night train
1. Take the train from Louvain-la-Neuve to Brussels-Nordtrain S8
2. Take the night train from Brussels-Nord to Koeln Hbfnighttrain Nj
4h 34m
€35–269
Drive 198.8 km
1. Drive from Louvain-la-Neuve to Colognecar 198.8 km
1h 53m
€30–43

Louvain-la-Neuve to Cologne by train

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3h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 215.1 km
Duration: 3h 28m

What companies run services between Louvain-la-Neuve, Belgium and Cologne, Germany?

You can take a train from Louvain-la-Neuve to Koeln Hbf via Ottignies and Liege-Guillemins in around 3h 28m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Leuven Station to Cologne Airport CGN twice daily. Tickets cost €17–25 and the journey takes 3h 35m.

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