The cheapest and fastest trains from Geneva to Cologne
- Cheapest price on 12 Nov
- €45
- Average ticket price on 12 Nov
- €116
- Fastest journey on 12 Nov
- 6 h 54 m
- Average journey duration on 12 Nov
- 6 h 58 m
- Trains on 12 Nov
- 48
- Distance
- 529 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Geneva to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Geneva to Cologne will cost around €116 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only €45.
To travel from Geneva to Cologne you need to make at least 2 changes.
IR 1821 · IC 525 · IC 10276 · ICE 2761:05 PM 8h01 Geneva station 9:06 PM Cologne Hbf €45 1 One-way 4 changes
IR 2509 · IC 10960 · ICE 2005:54 AM 7h11 Geneva station 1:05 PM Cologne Hbf €50 1 One-way 2 changes
IR 1807 · IC 511 · IR 1857 · ICE 2006:05 AM 7h00 Geneva station 1:05 PM Cologne Hbf €50 1 One-way 3 changes
IR 1805 · IC 509 · IR 1855 · ICE 3744:46 AM 8h20 Geneva station 1:06 PM Cologne Hbf €60 1 One-way 4 changes
IC 721 · ICE 10212:35 PM 8h30 Geneva station 9:05 PM Cologne Hbf €70 1 One-way 1 change
IC 715 · IC 1617 · ICE 72 · ICE 9169:35 AM 6h54 Geneva station 4:29 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz €120 1 One-way 3 changes
IC 707 · ICE 74 · ICE 10105:33 AM 6h56 Geneva station 12:29 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz €80 1 One-way 2 changes
IR 1813 · IC 517 · IR 1863 · ICE 3709:05 AM 6h59 Geneva station 4:04 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz €100 1 One-way 4 changes
IR 1817 · IC 521 · IR 1867 · ICE 27811:05 AM 6h59 Geneva station 6:04 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz €120 1 One-way 4 changes
IR 1811 · IC 515 · IR 1861 · ICE 1088:05 AM 7h00 Geneva station 3:05 PM Cologne Hbf €90 1 One-way 3 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Geneva to Cologne
Trains from Geneva to Cologne run on average 11 times per day, taking around 6h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €29 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 529 km distance in 6h 9m.
Distance 529 km |
Average train duration 6h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price €29 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 6h 9m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 42 days |
Live departures
Geneva to Cologne train times
The table below shows live departures for Geneva to Cologne trains for today, Wednesday, 11 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RE 18489 · IC 543 · IC 696 · ICE 76 | On time 9:38 PM Geneva station | 10h51 | 8:29 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 4 changes | |
RE 18489 · IC 543 · IC 696 · ICE 76 | On time 9:38 PM Geneva station | 12h28 | 10:06 AM Cologne Hbf | 5 changes | |
RE 18489 · IC 543 · IC 696 · ICE 204 | 9:38 PM Geneva station | 11h27 | 9:05 AM Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
RE 18491 · IR 2543 · IR 2155 · IR 2304 | 10:39 PM Geneva station | 12h27 | 11:06 AM Cologne Hbf | 5 changes | |
RE 18491 · IR 2543 · IR 2155 · IR 2304 | 10:39 PM Geneva station | 12h04 | 10:43 AM Cologne Hbf | 5 changes | |
RE 18491 · IR 2543 · IR 2155 · IR 2304 | 10:39 PM Geneva station | 11h25 | 10:04 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 5 changes | |
IR 1743 · IC 1645 · IR 1853 · ICE 202 | 11:15 PM Geneva station | 11h50 | 11:05 AM Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
| Thursday, 12 November | |||||
IR 1805 · IC 509 · IR 1855 · ICE 374 | On time 4:46 AM Geneva station | 8h20 | 1:06 PM Cologne Hbf | 4 changes | |
IR 1805 · IC 509 · IR 1855 · ICE 374 | 4:46 AM Geneva station | 7h18 | 12:04 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 4 changes | |
IC 707 · ICE 74 · ICE 1010 · ICE 926 | 5:33 AM Geneva station | 8h33 | 2:06 PM Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
IC 707 · ICE 74 · ICE 1010 | On time 5:33 AM Geneva station | 6h56 | 12:29 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2 changes | |
IR 2509 · IC 10960 · ICE 200 | On time 5:54 AM Geneva station | 7h11 | 1:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
IR 1807 · IC 511 · IR 1857 · ICE 200 | On time 6:05 AM Geneva station | 7h00 | 1:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
9760+ 9435 | 6:28 AM Geneva station | 8h46 | 3:14 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
9760+ 9459 | 6:28 AM Geneva station | 12h47 | 7:15 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
9760+ 9459 | 6:28 AM Geneva station | 12h47 | 7:15 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
9760+ 9435 | 6:28 AM Geneva station | 8h46 | 3:14 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
IR 1811 · IC 515 · IR 1861 · ICE 108 | On time 8:05 AM Geneva station | 7h00 | 3:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
9764+ 9459 | 8:21 AM Geneva station | 10h54 | 7:15 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
9764+ 9471 | 8:21 AM Geneva station | 12h54 | 9:15 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
9764+ 9477 | 8:21 AM Geneva station | 14h01 | 10:22 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
IR 2515 · IC 10966 · ICE 370 · ICE 152 | On time 8:54 AM Geneva station | 7h49 | 4:43 PM Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
IR 2515 · IC 10966 · ICE 370 · ICE 518 | On time 8:54 AM Geneva station | 7h10 | 4:04 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 3 changes | |
IR 1813 · IC 517 · IR 1863 · ICE 370 | 9:05 AM Geneva station | 8h01 | 5:06 PM Cologne Hbf | 4 changes | |
IR 1813 · IC 517 · IR 1863 · ICE 370 | On time 9:05 AM Geneva station | 6h59 | 4:04 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 4 changes | |
IC 715 · IC 1617 · ICE 72 · ICE 916 | On time 9:35 AM Geneva station | 6h54 | 4:29 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 3 changes | |
IR 2517 · IC 10106 · ICE 106 | On time 9:54 AM Geneva station | 7h11 | 5:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
IR 1815 · IC 519 · IR 1865 · ICE 106 | 10:05 AM Geneva station | 8h01 | 6:06 PM Cologne Hbf | 5 changes | |
IR 1815 · IC 519 · IR 1865 · ICE 106 | On time 10:05 AM Geneva station | 7h00 | 5:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
9768+ 9459 | 10:27 AM Geneva station | 8h48 | 7:15 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
9768+ 9477 | 10:27 AM Geneva station | 11h55 | 10:22 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
9768+ 9471 | 10:27 AM Geneva station | 10h48 | 9:15 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 717 · ICE 278 · ICE 516 | On time 10:35 AM Geneva station | 7h29 | 6:04 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2 changes | |
IC 717 · ICE 278 · ICE 1254 | On time 10:35 AM Geneva station | 8h08 | 6:43 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 717 · ICE 104 | On time 10:35 AM Geneva station | 8h30 | 7:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
IR 2519 · IC 10970 · ICE 278 · ICE 516 | On time 10:54 AM Geneva station | 7h10 | 6:04 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 3 changes | |
IR 1817 · IC 521 · IR 1867 · ICE 278 | On time 11:05 AM Geneva station | 6h59 | 6:04 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 4 changes | |
IR 1817 · IC 521 · IR 1867 · ICE 278 | On time 11:05 AM Geneva station | 8h01 | 7:06 PM Cologne Hbf | 4 changes | |
IC 719 · IC 1621 · ECE 4 · ICE 1254 | On time 11:35 AM Geneva station | 7h08 | 6:43 PM Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
IC 719 · IC 1621 · ECE 4 · ICE 1254 | 11:35 AM Geneva station | 8h31 | 8:06 PM Cologne Hbf | 4 changes | |
IR 2521 · IC 972 · ICE 104 | On time 11:54 AM Geneva station | 7h11 | 7:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
IR 1819 · IC 523 · IR 1869 · ICE 104 | On time 12:05 PM Geneva station | 7h00 | 7:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
9770+ 9471 | 12:27 PM Geneva station | 8h48 | 9:15 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
9770+ 9477 | 12:27 PM Geneva station | 9h55 | 10:22 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
9770+ 9471 | 12:27 PM Geneva station | 8h48 | 9:15 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
9770+ 9477 | 12:27 PM Geneva station | 9h55 | 10:22 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
9770+ 9471 | 12:27 PM Geneva station | 8h48 | 9:15 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
9770+ 9477 | 12:27 PM Geneva station | 9h55 | 10:22 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 721 · ICE 102 | 12:35 PM Geneva station | 8h30 | 9:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
IR 2523 · IC 10276 · ICE 276 · ICE 514 | 12:54 PM Geneva station | 7h11 | 8:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
IR 1821 · IC 525 · IC 10276 · ICE 276 | 1:05 PM Geneva station | 7h00 | 8:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 4 changes | |
IR 1821 · IC 525 · IC 10276 · ICE 276 | On time 1:05 PM Geneva station | 8h01 | 9:06 PM Cologne Hbf | 4 changes | |
9774+ 9477 | 2:27 PM Geneva station | 7h55 | 10:22 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
9774+ 9477 | 2:27 PM Geneva station | 7h55 | 10:22 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
9774+ 9477 | 2:27 PM Geneva station | 7h55 | 10:22 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
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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.
Eurostar
SNCF | TGV Lyria
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Geneva and Cologne
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FAQs: Geneva to Cologne train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Geneva to Cologne 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 Cologne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Geneva and Cologne
Most Geneva to Cologne trains use the Genève to Köln Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Köln Messe/Deutz. Use this guide to compare Geneva and Cologne train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Geneva station do trains to Cologne leave from?
Getting to Genève from Geneva city centre
Genève train station facilities and services
Genève has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Le Bistrot de Charlotte, Les Brasseurs, La Matze Restaurant
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Genève. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Genève. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Genève: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Genève: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Warwick Geneva, Hotel Cornavin, ibis Styles Genève Gare.
Getting to Genève-Aéroport from Geneva city centre
Genève-Aéroport is 4 km from Geneva city centre. Public transport options include:
Genève-Aéroport train station facilities and services
Genève-Aéroport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Le Chef Genève Aéroport, Montreux Jazz Café
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Genève-Aéroport. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Genève-Aéroport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Genève-Aéroport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Genève-Aéroport: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève-Aéroport: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Novotel Suites Geneva, ibis Geneva Airport Hotel, Mövenpick Hotel & Casino Geneva.
Which Cologne station do trains from Geneva arrive at?
Getting to Köln Hbf from Cologne city centre
Köln Hbf is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Hbf train station facilities and services
Köln Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: asiagourmet, Coffee Fellows, dean&david, Dunkin' Donuts, KFC, McDonald's, Pizza Hut, Nordsee, Starbucks, Schweinske, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only. ATMs are available at Köln Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln Hbf. Information desks are one near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is there are luggage lockers in the station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Hbf: Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Wyndham Koeln, Hilton Cologne, Excelsior Hotel Ernst.
Getting to Köln Messe/Deutz from Cologne city centre
Köln Messe/Deutz is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Messe/Deutz train station facilities and services
Köln Messe/Deutz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Imbiss Athena, Arena Grill, Cafe Especial, Joe Champs
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. ATMs are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Information desks are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pension Helenenwall, Zur guten Quelle, Zum Goldenen Hut, Merlin.
Getting to Köln/Bonn Flughafen from Cologne city centre
Köln/Bonn Flughafen is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln/Bonn Flughafen train station facilities and services
Köln/Bonn Flughafen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café Bistro Leysieffer, Mishba, Ständige Vertretung, Kamps
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. ATMs are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Information desks are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
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