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The cheapest and fastest trains from Lausanne to Cologne
Showing times and prices for 30 Jun
Cheapest price
79S$
Average price
162S$
Fastest journey
6 h 12 m
Average duration
6 h 15 m
Trains per day
47
Distance
492 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lausanne to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lausanne to Cologne will cost around 162S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 79S$.
Fast trains
To travel from Lausanne to Cologne you need to make at least 3 changes.
IR 2537 · IC 837 · IC 692 · IC 604028:40 PM9h04Lausanne station5:44 AMCologne Hbf79 S$1One-way3 changes- IC 727 · IC 628 · ICE 2 · ICE 224:17 PM8h03Lausanne station12:20 AMCologne Hbf88 S$1One-way3 changes
- IC 727 · IC 628 · ICE 2 · ICE 9104:17 PM6h13Lausanne station10:30 PMCologne Hbf94 S$1One-way3 changes
- IC 1629 · ICE 2 · ICE 9104:04 PM6h26Lausanne station10:30 PMCologne Hbf94 S$1One-way2 changes
- IR 2531 · IC 982 · ICE 272 · ICE 9205:40 PM8h25Lausanne station2:05 AMCologne Hbf119 S$1One-way3 changes
- IC 711 · IC 612 · ICE 6 · ICE 9188:17 AM6h12Lausanne station2:29 PMCologne Messe/Deutz189 S$1One-way3 changes
- IC 715 · IC 616 · ICE 72 · ICE 91610:17 AM6h12Lausanne station4:29 PMCologne Messe/Deutz189 S$1One-way3 changes
- IC 723 · IC 624 · ICE 70 · ICE 9122:17 PM6h12Lausanne station8:29 PMCologne Messe/Deutz173 S$1One-way3 changes
- IC 727 · IC 628 · ICE 2 · ICE 9104:17 PM6h13Lausanne station10:30 PMCologne Hbf94 S$1One-way3 changes
- IR 2515 · IC 966 · ICE 370 · ICE 5189:40 AM6h25Lausanne station4:05 PMCologne Hbf220 S$1One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Lausanne to Cologne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lausanne to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from 62S$. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 30m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of 62S$, and a flight costs an average of 212S$.
Distance: 492 km
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204S$ Average Price | 100S$ Average Price Cheapest | 763S$ Average Price |
7h 4m Average total duration 6h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 41m Average total duration 11h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 1.5 - 2.9kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Lausanne to Cologne train times
The table below shows live departures for Lausanne to Cologne trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, 30 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IC 1609 · ICE 200 | 6:04 AM Lausanne station | 7h01 | 1:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
| IC 707 · IC 608 · ICE 74 · ICE 1010 | 6:17 AM Lausanne station | 8h05 | 2:22 PM Cologne Hbf | 4 changes | |
| IR 2509 · IC 960 · ICE 200 | 6:40 AM Lausanne station | 6h25 | 1:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
| IR 2511 · ICE 372 · ICE 610 | On time 7:40 AM Lausanne station | 6h25 | 2:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
| IC 1613 · ICE 108 | On time 8:04 AM Lausanne station | 7h01 | 3:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
| IC 1613 · ICE 6 · ICE 918 | On time 8:04 AM Lausanne station | 6h25 | 2:29 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2 changes | |
| IC 711 · IC 612 · ICE 6 · ICE 918 | On time 8:17 AM Lausanne station | 6h12 | 2:29 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 3 changes | |
| IR 2513 · IC 964 · ICE 108 | On time 8:40 AM Lausanne station | 6h25 | 3:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
| IC 1615 · ICE 370 · ICE 518 | On time 9:04 AM Lausanne station | 7h01 | 4:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
| IR 2515 · IC 966 · ICE 370 · ICE 518 | On time 9:40 AM Lausanne station | 6h25 | 4:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
| IR 2515 · IC 966 · ICE 370 · IC 2012 | 9:40 AM Lausanne station | 7h45 | 5:25 PM Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
| IC 1617 · ICE 72 · ICE 916 | On time 10:04 AM Lausanne station | 6h25 | 4:29 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2 changes | |
| IC 715 · IC 616 · ICE 72 · ICE 916 | On time 10:17 AM Lausanne station | 6h12 | 4:29 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 3 changes | |
| IR 2517 · ICE 106 | On time 10:40 AM Lausanne station | 6h25 | 5:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
| IR 2517 · ICE 106 · IC 1941 | On time 10:40 AM Lausanne station | 8h43 | 7:23 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
| IC 1619 · ICE 278 · ICE 516 | On time 11:04 AM Lausanne station | 7h01 | 6:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
| IR 2519 · IC 970 · ICE 278 · ICE 516 | On time 11:40 AM Lausanne station | 6h25 | 6:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
| IC 1621 · ICE 104 | On time 12:04 PM Lausanne station | 7h01 | 7:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
| IC 1621 · ECE 4 · ICE 224 | On time 12:04 PM Lausanne station | 6h39 | 6:43 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
| IC 719 · IC 620 · ECE 4 · ICE 224 | On time 12:17 PM Lausanne station | 6h26 | 6:43 PM Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
| IC 719 · IC 620 · ECE 4 · ICE 224 | On time 12:17 PM Lausanne station | 8h09 | 8:26 PM Cologne Hbf | 4 changes | |
| IR 2521 · IC 972 · ICE 104 | On time 12:40 PM Lausanne station | 6h25 | 7:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
| IC 721 · IC 622 · EC 5320 · ICE 1649 | 1:17 PM Lausanne station | 8h10 | 9:27 PM Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
| IR 2523 · ICE 276 · ICE 514 | On time 1:40 PM Lausanne station | 6h25 | 8:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
| IC 1625 · ICE 70 · ICE 912 | On time 2:04 PM Lausanne station | 6h25 | 8:29 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2 changes | |
| IC 1625 · ICE 102 | On time 2:04 PM Lausanne station | 7h01 | 9:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
| IC 723 · IC 624 · ICE 70 · ICE 912 | On time 2:17 PM Lausanne station | 6h12 | 8:29 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 3 changes | |
| IC 723 · IC 624 · ICE 70 · ICE 912 | On time 2:17 PM Lausanne station | 8h04 | 10:21 PM Cologne Hbf | 4 changes | |
| IR 2525 · IC 976 · ICE 102 · IC 2347 | Delayed 2:40 PM Lausanne station | 8h26 | 9:28 PM 9:28 PMCologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
| IR 2525 · IC 976 · ICE 102 | On time 2:40 PM Lausanne station | 6h25 | 9:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
| IC 1627 · ICE 274 · ICE 512 | On time 3:04 PM Lausanne station | 7h01 | 10:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
| IR 2527 · IC 978 · ICE 274 · ICE 512 | On time 3:40 PM Lausanne station | 6h25 | 10:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
| IC 1629 · ICE 2 · ICE 910 | On time 4:04 PM Lausanne station | 6h26 | 10:30 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
| IC 727 · IC 628 · ICE 2 · ICE 22 | On time 4:17 PM Lausanne station | 8h03 | 12:20 AM Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
| IC 727 · IC 628 · ICE 2 · ICE 910 | On time 4:17 PM Lausanne station | 6h13 | 10:30 PM Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
| IR 2529 · ICE 100 | On time 4:40 PM Lausanne station | 6h30 | 11:10 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lausanne to Cologne
Switzerland
Germany
Trains from Lausanne to Cologne run on average 8 times per day, taking around 6h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 79S$ but you can travel from only 62S$ by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 492 km distance in 6h 12m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from 62S$
Distance 492 km |
Average train duration 6h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price 79S$ |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 6h 12m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 70 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from 62S$
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Lausanne to Cologne trainsDeutsche Bahn, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Lausanne and Cologne from 62S$. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 12m
Cheapest Price
79S$
Deutsche Bahn frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
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.
Quiet zone
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 31m
Cheapest Price
250S$
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) frequency
10 a day
FAQs: Lausanne to Cologne train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lausanne 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.
Cheap train tickets from Lausanne to Cologne can start from as little as 79S$ when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Lausanne to Cologne is 204S$; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Lausanne to Cologne is 6h 12m to travel the 492 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Lausanne to Cologne leaves at 12:01 am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest train from Lausanne to Cologne leaves at 11:57 pm.
There are 8 trains a day from Lausanne to Cologne which require at least one change with Deutsche Bahn, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS). Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
When taking a train from Lausanne to Cologne, you can count on Deutsche Bahn, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) for the best way to get you to Cologne. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Lausanne and Cologne and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A trip to Cologne from Lausanne is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 6h 12m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Lausanne to Cologne is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Lausanne and Cologne including taking a coach, train and flight.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lausanne and Cologne
Lausanne
Cologne
The major train station for departures in Lausanne is Lausanne. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Lausanne for your trip from Lausanne to Cologne.
Lausanne
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Number of platforms
5Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Rue du Simplon
Dining
- Cafe du Grutli
- Le Chalet Suisse
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance
Accessibility
- Ramps
WC
- CHF 1
Hotel
- Beau-Rivage Palace
- Lausanne Palace
- Hotel Continental
Lounge
- Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
- 440 places, covered
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for trains to France, Germany, Italy, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: Metro connections
Public transport options for Lausanne
- Metro: Line M2
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line T1
The major train station for arrivals in Cologne is Köln Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Köln Hbf for your journey to Cologne from Lausanne.
Köln Hbf
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
Distance to city center
1 kmWifi
- Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only
Lockers
- There are luggage lockers in the station
Dining
- asiagourmet
- Coffee Fellows
- dean&david
- Dunkin' Donuts
- KFC
- McDonald's
- Pizza Hut
- Nordsee
- Starbucks
- Schweinske
- & more
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected]
Hotel
- Wyndham Koeln
- Hilton Cologne
- Excelsior Hotel Ernst
Information Desk
- One near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5
Köln Messe/Deutz
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 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
Distance to city center
1 kmDining
- Imbiss Athena
- Arena Grill
- Cafe Especial
- Joe Champs
Hotel
- Pension Helenenwall
- Zur guten Quelle
- Zum Goldenen Hut
- Merlin
Köln/Bonn Flughafen
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 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
Distance to city center
13 kmDining
- Café Bistro Leysieffer
- Mishba
- Ständige Vertretung
- Kamps
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