The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne to Strasbourg
Cheapest price
79S$
Average price
117S$
Fastest journey
2 h 44 m
Average duration
2 h 57 m
Trains per day
29
Distance
267 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Strasbourg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Strasbourg will cost around 117S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 79S$.
To travel from Cologne to Strasbourg you need to make at least one change.
ICE 1644 · 17021+
8745012:53 PM5h11Cologne Hbf6:04 PMStrasbourg station79 S$1One-way2 changes
S6 · IC 2013+
TGV 958010:41 AM5h24Cologne Messe/Deutz4:05 PMStrasbourg station80 S$1One-way2 changes
ICE 25 · ICE 95907:53 AM4h58Cologne Hbf12:51 PMStrasbourg station88 S$1One-way1 change
S6 · ICE 1648 · ICE 71+
TGV 95746:41 AM5h34Cologne Messe/Deutz12:15 PMStrasbourg station100 S$1One-way3 changes
ICE 915 · ICE 71+
TGV 95749:31 AM2h44Cologne Messe/Deutz12:15 PMStrasbourg station100 S$1One-way2 changes
ICE 915 · ICE 71+
TGV 95749:31 AM2h44Cologne Messe/Deutz12:15 PMStrasbourg station100 S$1One-way2 changes
ICE 919 · ICE 73 · ICE 95721:30 PM2h48Cologne Messe/Deutz4:18 PMStrasbourg station100 S$1One-way2 changes
ICE 515 · ICE 95909:54 AM2h57Cologne Hbf12:51 PMStrasbourg station110 S$1One-way1 change
ICE 621 · ICE 515 · ICE 95909:45 AM3h06Cologne Messe/Deutz12:51 PMStrasbourg station145 S$1One-way2 changes
ICE 513 · ICE 277+
874247:54 AM3h09Cologne Hbf11:03 AMStrasbourg station120 S$1One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Cologne to Strasbourg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Strasbourg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from 20S$. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 4h 4m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of 20S$, and a flight costs an average of 347S$.
Distance: 267 km
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99S$ Average Price | 30S$ Average Price Cheapest | 629S$ Average Price |
4h 46m Average total duration 4h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 34m Average total duration Fastest 4h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 20m Average total duration 5h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Cologne to Strasbourg train times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Strasbourg trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, 30 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
S6 · ICE 1648 · ICE 71+ TGV 9574 | On time 6:41 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 5h34 | 12:15 PM Strasbourg station | 3 changes | |
ICE 525 · ICE 101 · ICE 277+ 87424 | On time 6:45 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 4h18 | 11:03 AM Strasbourg station | 3 changes | |
ICE 525 · ICE 101 · ICE 71+ TGV 9574 | On time 6:45 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 5h30 | 12:15 PM Strasbourg station | 3 changes | |
ICE 525 · ICE 101 · ICE 711+ TGV 9576 | On time 6:45 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 3h55 | 10:40 AM Strasbourg station | 3 changes | |
ICE 101+ TGV 9576 | On time 6:54 AM Cologne Hbf | 3h46 | 10:40 AM Strasbourg station | 1 change | |
ICE 913 · ICE 71+ TGV 9574 | On time 7:30 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 4h45 | 12:15 PM Strasbourg station | 2 changes | |
ICE 913 · ICE 277+ 87424 | On time 7:30 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 3h33 | 11:03 AM Strasbourg station | 2 changes | |
ICE 913 · ICE 711+ TGV 9576 | On time 7:30 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 3h10 | 10:40 AM Strasbourg station | 2 changes | |
ICE 527 · ICE 513 · ICE 71+ TGV 9574 | On time 7:45 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 4h30 | 12:15 PM Strasbourg station | 3 changes | |
ICE 25 · ICE 9590 | On time 7:53 AM Cologne Hbf | 4h58 | 12:51 PM Strasbourg station | 1 change | |
ICE 513 · ICE 277+ 87424 | On time 7:54 AM Cologne Hbf | 3h09 | 11:03 AM Strasbourg station | 2 changes | |
ICE 529 · ICE 103 · ICE 71+ TGV 9574 | On time 8:45 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 3h30 | 12:15 PM Strasbourg station | 3 changes | |
ICE 103+ TGV 9574 | On time 8:54 AM Cologne Hbf | 3h21 | 12:15 PM Strasbourg station | 1 change | |
ICE 915 · ICE 9590 | On time 9:31 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 3h20 | 12:51 PM Strasbourg station | 1 change | |
ICE 915 · ICE 71+ TGV 9574 | On time 9:31 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2h44 | 12:15 PM Strasbourg station | 2 changes | |
ICE 915 · ICE 371+ 87438 | On time 9:31 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 5h33 | 3:04 PM Strasbourg station | 2 changes | |
ICE 915+ TGV 9580 | On time 9:31 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 6h34 | 4:05 PM Strasbourg station | 1 change | |
ICE 621 · ICE 515 · ICE 9590 | On time 9:45 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 3h06 | 12:51 PM Strasbourg station | 2 changes | |
ICE 621 · ICE 515 · ICE 371+ 87438 | On time 9:45 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 5h19 | 3:04 PM Strasbourg station | 3 changes | |
ICE 621 · ICE 515+ TGV 9580 | On time 9:45 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 6h20 | 4:05 PM Strasbourg station | 2 changes | |
ICE 515 · ICE 9590 | On time 9:54 AM Cologne Hbf | 2h57 | 12:51 PM Strasbourg station | 1 change | |
S6 · IC 2013+ TGV 9580 | On time 10:41 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 5h24 | 4:05 PM Strasbourg station | 2 changes | |
ICE 623 · ICE 105 · ICE 371+ 87438 | On time 10:45 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 4h19 | 3:04 PM Strasbourg station | 3 changes | |
ICE 623 · ICE 105+ TGV 9580 | On time 10:45 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 5h20 | 4:05 PM Strasbourg station | 2 changes | |
ICE 517 · ICE 371+ 87438 | On time 11:54 AM Cologne Hbf | 3h10 | 3:04 PM Strasbourg station | 2 changes | |
ICE 1644 · 17021+ 87450 | On time 12:53 PM Cologne Hbf | 5h11 | 6:04 PM Strasbourg station | 2 changes | |
ICE 107+ TGV 9580 | On time 12:54 PM Cologne Hbf | 3h11 | 4:05 PM Strasbourg station | 1 change | |
ICE 919 · ICE 73 · ICE 9572 | On time 1:30 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2h48 | 4:18 PM Strasbourg station | 2 changes | |
ICE 519 · ICE 373+ 87446 | On time 1:54 PM Cologne Hbf | 3h10 | 5:04 PM Strasbourg station | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne to Strasbourg
Trains from Cologne to Strasbourg run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 53S$ but you can travel from only 20S$ by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 267 km distance in 2h 44m.
Distance 267 km |
Average train duration 4h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price 53S$ |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 44m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 84 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, TGV, Eurostar, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Cologne to Strasbourg trainsDeutsche Bahn, TGV, Eurostar, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Cologne and Strasbourg from 20S$. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
TGV
Eurostar
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Cologne to Strasbourg train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Strasbourg by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Strasbourg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cologne and Strasbourg
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only
- There are luggage lockers in the station
- asiagourmet
- Coffee Fellows
- dean&david
- Dunkin' Donuts
- KFC
- McDonald's
- Pizza Hut
- Nordsee
- Starbucks
- Schweinske
- & more
- Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected]
- Wyndham Koeln
- Hilton Cologne
- Excelsior Hotel Ernst
- One near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5
- Monday: 06:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 17:00
- Sunday: 10:00 - 18:00
- Imbiss Athena
- Arena Grill
- Cafe Especial
- Joe Champs
- Pension Helenenwall
- Zur guten Quelle
- Zum Goldenen Hut
- Merlin
- Monday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Tuesday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Wednesday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Thursday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Friday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Saturday: 09:00 13:30 - 13:00 16:00
- Sunday: 12:00 16:00 - 15:30 20:00
- Café Bistro Leysieffer
- Mishba
- Ständige Vertretung
- Kamps
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Rue de la Gare
- Restaurant Le Kuhn
- Brasserie Flo
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms
- €0.80
- Hotel Mercure Strasbourg Centre Gare
- Ibis Strasbourg Centre Gare
- Le Grand Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- VéloParc Gare: 760 places, covered VéloParc Sainte-Aurélie: 680 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-13 for trains to Germany, Switzerland, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: tramway connections
- Tramway: Line A, Line D
- Bus: Several lines available
- TER: Regional trains
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