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Two ways to Travel from Louvain-La-Neuve to Cologne

Composite routes from Louvain-La-Neuve to Cologne

Cheapest
1 h 55 min
Car
204 km.
from $11
Other
1 h 55 min
Rideshare
204 km.
from $7.76

Transport providers

Train operators

Eurostar

Phone:
+44 343 218 6186
Website:
eurostar.com/rw-en
Train from Liege-Guillemins to Aachen
Ave. Duration:
21 min
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$31.58–$69.48

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Brussels-Nord to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
1h 41m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$54.32–$60.64
Train from Liege-Guillemins to Aachen
Ave. Duration:
22 min
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$29.06–$32.85

Deutsche Bahn Regional

Phone:
+49 30 2970
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Liege-Guillemins to Aachen
Ave. Duration:
1h 4m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.63–$20.21
Train from Aachen Hbf to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$16.42–$24.00

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)

Phone:
+32 70 79 79 79
Website:
belgiantrain.be/en
Train from Louvain-la-Neuve to Brussels-Nord
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$6.95–$10.11
Train from Ottignies to Liège-Guillemins
Ave. Duration:
1h 19m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.00–$17.69
Train from Liege-Guillemins to Aachen
Ave. Duration:
1h 4m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$7.58–$11.37

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Train from Aachen Hbf to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$16.42–$24.00

Österreichische Bundesbahnen

Website:
konzern.oebb.at/
Train from Brussels-Nord to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
2h 34m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Train from Liege-Guillemins to Aachen
Ave. Duration:
37 min
Frequency:
6 times a week

Arriva NL

Phone:
0800-0232 545
Website:
arriva.nl
Train from Liege-Guillemins to Aachen
Ave. Duration:
1h 34m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$10.74–$15.16

Bus operators

Tarsin

Phone:
+40 230 562 929
Email:
Website:
tarsin.ro/
Bus from Brussels to Köln
Ave. Duration:
3h 13m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$10.11–$13.90

Questions and Answers

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 $15.22 - $20.65 and takes 5h 56m.

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 52m and costs $34.78 - $51.09 .

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

No, there is no direct bus from Louvain-la-Neuve to Cologne. However, there are services departing from LOUVAIN-LA-NEUVE Gare d'Autobus - Quai 2 and arriving at Köln via Delta, Brussel IJzer and Brussels. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 56m.

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 Brussels-Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

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

The distance between Louvain-la-Neuve and Cologne is 252 km. The road distance is 200.7 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 40m and costs $52.17 - $65.22 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from Louvain-la-Neuve to Cologne, including transfers.

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

Louvain-la-Neuve to Cologne bus services, operated by Tarsin, depart from Brussels station.

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 Louvain-la-Neuve 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 40m and costs $52.17 - $65.22 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $15.22 - $20.65 and takes 5h 56m.

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

Louvain-la-Neuve to Cologne bus services, operated by Tarsin, arrive at Köln station.

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 Brussels-Nord station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Louvain-la-Neuve to Cologne is 201 km. It takes approximately 1h 52m 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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Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1593+ hotels available in Cologne. Prices start at $45.33 per night.
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