Train from Lausanne to Cologne: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Lausanne to Cologne on 2 February
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Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
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Lausanne
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Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
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Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn EuroCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE
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Lausanne
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Deutsche Bahn EuroCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Lausanne to Cologne

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 7 hours and with fares starting at just R 885, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
7hAverage duration
492 kmDistance
21kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 1 571 - R 2 961Average duration15h 40m
12kg CO₂e
Average priceR 969 - R 3 667Average duration8h 1m
12kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average priceR 885 - R 1 202Average duration7h
21kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Lausanne to Cologne by train

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

  1. How much is the train ticket from Lausanne to Cologne?

    The cheapest train tickets from Lausanne to Cologne start from R 969. The average price for this train route is around R 2 465. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

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

    The average train journey time from Lausanne to Cologne is 8h 1m, covering a distance of 493 km. The quickest train can get you there in 8h 6m and is operated by TGV Lyria.

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

    Several major train operators serve this route, with 10 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, TGV Lyria.

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

    The earliest train from Lausanne to Cologne departs at 06:17. And the latest train departs at 23:44.

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

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is TGV Lyria, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews.

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

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator TGV Lyria has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  7. Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Lausanne to Cologne?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is TGV Lyria, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

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

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

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