How to travel from Leuven to Cologne

Travel from Leuven, Belgium to Cologne, Germany is: Unrestricted.

Is international entry into Cologne from Leuven restricted?

International entry is currently allowed for: Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of Belgium.

Do I need to self-quarantine upon arrival to Cologne, Germany from Leuven?

• There are no current restrictions

What are the COVID-19 safety measures to follow in Cologne, Germany?

The government of Germany has imposed the following measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19:

• Social distance requirement: metre (s) ( feet)
• Face mask requirement: Mandatory

The above information was last verified on 5/25/23. Remember to check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations for your trip from Leuven to Cologne closer to your planned date of departure here.

The current restriction level for returning to Leuven, Belgium from Germany is: Unrestricted.

Am I allowed to reenter Leuven, Belgium from Cologne, Germany?

Reentering Belgium is currently allowed for: Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of Germany

Do I need to self-quarantine when I arrive back to Leuven from Cologne?

• There are no current restrictions

Which rules do I need to follow in Leuven, Belgium regarding COVID-19?

All travelers returning to Belgium must observe the following safety measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19 in the country:

• Physical distance: 1.5 metre (s) (5 feet)
• Face masks: Recommended

The information above was last checked on 5/17/23. We do our best to keep this information up-to-date, but regulations can change due to the nature of the coronavirus pandemic, so please double check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations ahead of your trip back to Leuven from Cologne here.

You can get from Leuven to Cologne by train.

The fastest way to travel between Leuven and Cologne is by train, which requires on average 1 h 47 min   of travel time.

The distance is approximately 97 miles (157 km) from Leuven to Cologne.

The average frequency per day from Leuven to Cologne is:

• Around 11 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your trip between Leuven and Cologne as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points when traveling from Leuven to Cologne:

• Most travelers who buy a train ticket from Leuven to Cologne depart from Leuven to Köln Hbf.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Leuven to Cologne, then we'll help you find the best value travel company for you:

• Thalys can take you to Cologne by train. If searching for a good deal on trains, you can find tickets for Thalys from Leuven to Cologne for $71 (€62).

When planning your trip from Leuven to Cologne, it’s good to keep in mind what tickets to purchase and their prices in the next 7 days:

• Train tickets are costing $71 (€62) one way on average.

However, we recommend buying tickets from Leuven to Cologne online a few months in advance to get the best deals and save money on your upcoming journey.