Next available departures

Next departures for Cologne to Lübeck on October 18
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio NRW + DB Regio Nord + metronom	7:39am	Hbf	7h 45m	3:24pm	Lübeck Central Train Station	Cheapest
Deutsche Bahn + erixx	6:45am	Hbf	4h 58m	11:43am	Luebeck Hochschulstadtteil Train Station	Fastest
DB Regio NRW + Deutsche Bahn + erixx	6:34am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	5h 18m	11:52am	Lübeck Central Train Station	No tags
National Express + S-Bahn Hannover + metronom + erixx	7:24am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	7h 28m	2:52pm	Lübeck Central Train Station	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio Nord	7:11am	Hbf	5h 41m	12:52pm	Lübeck Central Train Station	No tags
National Express + DB Regio NRW + DB Regio Nord + metronom	6:24pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	7h 32m	1:56am	Lübeck Central Train Station	No tags
DB Regio NRW + Deutsche Bahn + erixx	6:34am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	5h 18m	11:52am	Lübeck Central Train Station	No tags
National Express + S-Bahn Hannover + metronom + erixx	7:24am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	7h 28m	2:52pm	Lübeck Central Train Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Cologne to Lübeck

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Lübeck. The journey takes about 5 hours 42 minutes and with fares starting at just $35, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

73train per day

5h 42mAverage Duration

254 milesDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$26 - $88	Average Duration11h 20m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$35 - $335	Average Duration5h 42m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Cologne and Lübeck?

Cologne

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Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
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Cologne/Bonn Airport
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Köln-Blumenberg
Köln-Blumenberg, 50765 Köln, Germany
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Köln-Dellbrück
Dellbrück, Diepeschrather Str., 51069 Köln, Germany
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Köln-Holweide
Köln-Holweide, 51067 Köln, Germany
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Köln Volkhovener Weg
Volkhovener Weg, 50767 Köln, Germany

Lübeck

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Beim Retteich, 23558 Lübeck, Germany
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Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.6/518 reviews

Staff3.0

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness5.0

Wifi2.5

Based on 18 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the temperature but often complained with the timeliness. Deutsche Bahn ICE ticket prices on this trip start at $118

DE train companies:Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, RegioJet, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Deutsche Bahn Regio, Slovak Rail, Swiss Federal Railways

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cologne to Lübeck by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Cologne to Lübeck?
The cheapest train tickets from Cologne to Lübeck start from $35. The average price for this train route is around $125. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Cologne to Lübeck?
The average train ride duration from Cologne to Lübeck is 5h 42m, covering a distance of 254 miles (410 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 52m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators service the Cologne to Lübeck route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 73 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Cologne to Lübeck?
The earliest train departs from Cologne to Lübeck at 6:01am. And the latest train departs at 11:27pm.