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

The average train ticket price from Cologne to Lyon is $55. The best way to find train tickets from Cologne to Lyon 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!

How long is the train trip from Cologne to Lyon?

A train trip between Cologne and Lyon is around 21h 10m, although the fastest train will take about 21h 10m. This is the time it takes to travel the 371 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Cologne and Lyon?

The number of trains from Cologne to Lyon can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Cologne to Lyon by comparing and selecting the train that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

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

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

What are the best sights and things to do in Lyon?

Once in Lyon, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are La Place des Terreaux/Bartholdi Fountain, Boat Trips, Institut Lumière, Musée d’Art Contemporain, Parc de la Tête d'Or.

Trains from Cologne to Lyon | FlixTrain, FlixBus, Eurostar

Compare 3 ways to go from Cologne to Lyon.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$36 - $181	Average Duration15h 35m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Cheapest
Train	Average Price$55 - $55	Average Duration21h 10m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Carpool	Average Price$73 - $125	Average Duration7h 50m	CO₂ emissions 25kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends carpooling from Cologne to Lyon

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Lyon. The journey takes about 7 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $73, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

7h 50mAverage Duration

$73Cheapest ticket

25kgCO₂ emissions

Train Cologne to Lyon: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$55

Average train trip duration21h 10m

Number of daily trains1

Earliest train departure3:00pm

Distance371 miles (597 km)

Train Companies

FlixTrain

FlixBus

3.5/58,495 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.6

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Eurostar

4.5/518 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

Wifi3.8

Train and bus companies in FR:RegioJet, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn ICE, WESTbahn, TGV inOui, Slovak Rail, Eurostar

Cologne to Lyon Train

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

Stops in Cologne

A - Hbf

B - Cologne/Bonn Airport

C - Köln-Blumenberg

D - Köln-Dellbrück

E - Köln-Holweide

F - Köln Volkhovener Weg

Stops in Lyon

A - Lyon Airport

B - Lyon Part-Dieu

C - Perrache

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Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Lyon 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.

By choosing the train between Cologne and Lyon, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

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

Did you know?

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

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 traveling more than 17,000 km.

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one traveling between the city and the suburbs.

What's the cheapest way to go from Cologne to Lyon?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time15h 35m	Avg Price$74	Daily Departures3
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time21h 10m	Avg Price$55	Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeCarpool	Travel Time7h 50m	Avg Price$73	Daily Departures1

The best way to travel between Cologne and Lyon is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $55 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $55. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Lyon, choose the train, as it will take you from Cologne to Lyon in about 7h 50m - that's the fastest way to get there!

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