Trains tickets from Leuven to Cologne

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Compare 3 ways to go from Leuven to Cologne.

Bus
Average Price$14 - $31Average Duration3h 25m
4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average Price$60 - $69Average Duration2h 41m
4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool
Average Price$27 - $27Average Duration2h 30m
7kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Leuven to Cologne

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 3 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
3h 25mAverage Duration
$14Cheapest ticket
4kgCO₂ emissions

Train Leuven to Cologne: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$67
Average train trip duration2h 41m
Number of daily trains6
Earliest train departure6:25am
Distance98 miles (157 km)
Latest train departure6:27pm

Frequently asked questions for your trip Leuven - Cologne

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Leuven to Cologne is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Cologne you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Leuven and Cologne, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Leuven to Cologne while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

Japanese trains are always on time, it is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologize to each passenger.

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while traveling more than 17,000 km.

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Train from Cologne to Leuven

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