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Next departures from Cologne to Leuven on 2 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
BlaBlaCar Bus
    		Cologne/Bonn Airport
    		Leuven Station (Perron 15)CheapestFastest

    Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 1:38 PM CET.

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    Compare 3 ways to travel from Cologne to Leuven

    We recommend carpooling

    Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Leuven. The journey takes about 2 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just US$12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

    7carpool per day
    2h 10mAverage duration
    158 kmDistance
    7kgCO₂ emissions
    Bus
    		Average priceUS$15 - US$30Average duration3h 25m
    4kg CO₂e
    Train
    		Average priceUS$48 - US$62Average duration1h 59m
    4kg CO₂e
    Carpool
    		Average priceUS$12 - US$23Average duration2h 10m
    7kg CO₂e

    Bus Cologne to Leuven: Trip Overview

    Average ticket priceUS$19
    Average bus trip duration3h 25m
    Number of daily buses1
    Earliest bus departure03:05
    Distance169 km
    Latest bus departure09:25

    Cologne to Leuven Bus

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    Frequently asked questions on the trip Cologne - Leuven

    1. How much does a bus ticket from Cologne to Leuven cost?

      The bus ticket price from Cologne to Leuven starts at US$15. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Cologne to Leuven is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

    2. How long is the bus ride from Cologne to Leuven?

      The average travel time between Cologne and Leuven is around 3h 25m, although the fastest bus will take about 3h 25m. This is the time it takes to travel the 158 km that separates the two cities.

    3. How many daily bus connections are there between Cologne and Leuven?

      The number of buses from Cologne to Leuven can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 1 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Cologne to Leuven by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

    4. Which bus companies travel from Cologne to Leuven?

      When taking the bus from Cologne to Leuven, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

    5. What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Cologne to Leuven?

      Buses travelling between Cologne and Leuven leave from Cologne/Bonn Airport or Hbf and arrive at Leuven.

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    Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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    US$24
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    To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cologne to Leuven as early as possible.

    You can expect to pay from US$17 to US$28 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Leuven based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$17, which is on 2025-11-06.

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    Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Cologne to Leuven, get comfy and count the stars.

    Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Cologne to Leuven will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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    Did you know?

    The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

    Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

    One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

    What's the cheapest way to go from Cologne to Leuven?

    busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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