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Next departures to Cologne

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: June 22 at
    Departure city: Lyon
    Departure location: Aéroport LYS
    Arrival time: June 23 at
    Destination city: Cologne
    Destination location: Hbf
    Operated by: Flixbus + Flixtrain
    Flixbus + Flixtrain
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to go from Lyon to Cologne

Average PriceUS$41 - US$231Average Duration16h 5m
15kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Average PriceUS$173 - US$395Average Duration6h 26m
14kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
FastestMost eco-friendly
Carpool
Average PriceUS$38 - US$58Average Duration7h 20m
25kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Lyon to Cologne

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 7 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$38, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
7h 20mAverage Duration
US$38Cheapest ticket
25kgCO₂ emissions

Train Lyon to Cologne: Trip Overview

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Average Ticket PriceUS$207
Average train trip duration6h 26m
Number of daily trains3
Earliest train departure8:25am
Distance597 km
Latest train departure3:04pm

Lyon to Cologne Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Lyon - Cologne

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Lyon to Cologne cost?

    The average train ticket price from Lyon to Cologne is US$207. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Lyon to Cologne 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 trip from Lyon to Cologne?

    A train trip between Lyon and Cologne is around 6h 26m, although the fastest train will take about 6h 26m. This is the time it takes to travel the 598 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily trains are there between Lyon and Cologne?

    The number of trains from Lyon to Cologne can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Lyon to Cologne by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which train companies travel from Lyon to Cologne?

    When taking the train from Lyon to Cologne, you can travel comfortably and safely with TGV inOui.

  5. What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Lyon to Cologne?

    Trains travelling between Lyon and Cologne leave from Lyon Part-Dieu or Perrache and arrive at Hbf, Cologne/Bonn Airport, Köln-Blumenberg.

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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.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Lyon and Cologne compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Lyon to Cologne, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

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 travelling more than 17,000 km.

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date.

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

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Train from Cologne to Lyon

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