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Lille, Belgium → Cologne, Germany

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Lille to Cologne

Composite routes from Lille to Cologne

Cheapest
1 h 49 min
Car
196 km.
from $10
Other
4 h 44 min
152 km.
from $89.85

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
service@flixbus.com
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Antwerp Rooseveltplaats to Leverkusen
Ave. Duration:
3h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$24.00–$34.11

Train operators

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

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)

Phone:
+32 70 79 79 79
Website:
belgiantrain.be/en
Train from Herentals to Brussels-Nord
Ave. Duration:
53 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$8.84–$12.63

Österreichische Bundesbahnen

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

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Lille to Cologne is to bus which costs $25 - $34.78 and takes 7h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lille to Cologne is to drive which takes 1h 50m and costs $31.52 - $46.74 .

Is there a direct bus between Lille and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Lille to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Lille Kruispunt Gierlebaan and arriving at Köln Heumarkt via Vorselaar Dorp, Antwerp Rooseveltplaats and Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 6m.

How far is it from Lille to Cologne?

The distance between Lille and Cologne is 283 km. The road distance is 184.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Lille to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 4h 44m and costs $54.35 - $70.65 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 44m to get from Lille to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lille to Cologne bus from?

Lille to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Antwerp Rooseveltplaats station.

Train or bus from Lille to Cologne?

The best way to get from Lille to Cologne is to train which takes 4h 44m and costs $54.35 - $70.65 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $25 - $34.78 and takes 7h 6m.

Where does the Lille to Cologne bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lille to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Lille to Cologne is 184 km. It takes approximately 1h 50m to drive from Lille to Cologne.

Where can I stay near Cologne?

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