Cologne to Louvain-la-neuve-Uni by train

Cologne to Louvain-la-neuve-Uni by train

Gearing up for an adventure by rail from Cologne to Louvain-la-neuve-Uni? Read on for essential information about this journey, which spans 168 kilometres.

Train cost between Cologne and Louvain-la-neuve-Uni

Average fares along this route:

• The cheapest ticket price: £42.33

• Ticket price when booked 30 days in advance:

• Ticket price when booked 7 days in advance:

Finding cheap train tickets

Booking in advance is clearly one of the easiest ways to save on tickets. Follow these other tips to find cheap train tickets for travel in Europe:

• Opt for the basic, “no-frills” class of service (which is still sure to deliver a comfortable ride)

• Travel with a budget train operator

• Consider choosing a rail pass if you plan to travel extensively

• Book off-peak fares (tickets are cheaper midweek and outside peak hours)

• Select a non-flexible fare

• Ride slower trains as opposed to the pricier high-speed fares

• Subscribe to the Rail Europe newsletter to be notified about discounts.

And last but not least, compare ticket prices on Rail Europe. We automatically compile all ticket offers in one easy search so you can choose by price, timing or whatever is driving your journey.

Cologne to Louvain-la-neuve-Uni departure frequency and train timetable

With 19 trains scheduled on this journey daily and trains leaving the station every 38 minutes, travellers have a number of options to choose from. If you are travelling on a weekday, the earliest train you can catch is at 01:40 and the last one is at 21:15. If you are travelling during the weekend, the earliest train you can catch is at 02:15, with the last one at 21:42.

What are the travel time and distance for trains from Cologne to Louvain-la-neuve-Uni?

On this route spanning 168 kilometres in total, the fastest journey takes 2 hours and 45 minutes.

How early can you book train tickets from Cologne to Louvain-la-neuve-Uni?

Tickets on this route typically go on sale 5 and a half months in advance. Booking early gives you access to the most competitive prices and ample seating options.

Learn even more about travelling from Cologne to Louvain-la-neuve-Uni by train

Need more information on travelling through Europe by train? Head to our help articles for details on everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding different ticket types. Then review the travel ideas we’ve compiled in our city guide: Louvain-la-neuve-Uni.