Train from Cologne to Lübeck: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Cologne to Lübeck on 8 December
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Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
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Lübeck Central Train StationNo tags
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
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Lübeck Central Train StationNo tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
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Lübeck Central Train StationNo tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
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Lübeck Central Train StationNo tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
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Lübeck Central Train StationNo tags

Compare 3 ways to travel from Cologne to Lübeck

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Lübeck. The journey takes about 4 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day
4h 40mAverage duration
256 milesDistance
17kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£26 - £67Average duration13h 40m
10kg CO₂e
Average price£36 - £132Average duration5h 19m
10kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price£23 - £42Average duration4h 40m
17kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Lübeck by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

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

    The cheapest train tickets from Cologne to Lübeck start from £36. The average price for this train route is around £87. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Cologne to Lübeck?

    The average train journey time from Cologne to Lübeck is 5h 19m, covering a distance of 255 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 52m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.

  3. Which train operators serve the Cologne to Lübeck route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 13 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, FlixBus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cologne to Lübeck?

    The earliest train from Cologne to Lübeck departs at 06:04. And the latest train departs at 20:47.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Cologne to Lübeck?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Lübeck?

    According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Cologne to Lübeck?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Cologne to Lübeck?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

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