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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Cologne to Leuven

Composite routes from Cologne to Leuven

Cheapest
1 h 46 min
Car
184 km.
from $10

Transport providers

Bus operators

BlaBlaCar Bus

Phone:
+33 18 57 62 228
Website:
blablacar.co.uk/
Bus from Cologne - Airport Bus Station to Leuven
Ave. Duration:
3h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$21.63–$31.81

De Lijn

Phone:
+32 70 22 02 00
Website:
delijn.be/nl/
Bus from Brussel Noord opstaphalte to Leuven
Ave. Duration:
1h 4m
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.10

Train operators

Eurostar

Phone:
+44 343 218 6186
Website:
eurostar.com/rw-en
Train from Koeln Hbf to Liege-Guillemins
Ave. Duration:
1h 2m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$47.07–$101.78

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Koeln Hbf to Liege-Guillemins
Ave. Duration:
1h 53m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$39.44–$44.53
Train from Köln Hbf to Brussels-Nord
Ave. Duration:
2h 36m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$54.71–$61.07

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)

Phone:
+32 70 79 79 79
Website:
belgiantrain.be/en
Train from Liège-Guillemins to Louvain
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$10.18–$15.27

Österreichische Bundesbahnen

Website:
konzern.oebb.at/
Train from Koeln Hbf to Liege-Guillemins
Ave. Duration:
1h 46m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Train from Köln Hbf to Brussels-Nord
Ave. Duration:
2h 44m
Frequency:
3 times a week

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Leuven is to bus which costs $22.83 - $50 and takes 4h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Leuven is to drive which takes 1h 46m and costs $31.52 - $46.74 .

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Leuven?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Leuven. However, there are services departing from Koeln Hbf and arriving at Louvain via Liège-Guillemins. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 8m.

How far is it from Cologne to Leuven?

The distance between Cologne and Leuven is 188 km. The road distance is 184.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Leuven without a car is to train which takes 2h 8m and costs $42.39 - $97.83 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 8m to get from Cologne to Leuven, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Leuven train from?

Cologne to Leuven train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Koeln Hbf station.

Train or bus from Cologne to Leuven?

The best way to get from Cologne to Leuven is to train which takes 2h 8m and costs $42.39 - $97.83 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $22.83 - $50 and takes 4h 37m.

Where does the Cologne to Leuven train arrive?

Cologne to Leuven train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Liege-Guillemins station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Leuven?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Leuven is 185 km. It takes approximately 1h 46m to drive from Cologne to Leuven.

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

Book your Cologne to Leuven train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Leuven?

There are 1304+ hotels available in Leuven. Prices start at $41.36 per night.
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