The cheapest and fastest trains from Bordeaux-Saint-Jean to Cologne Hbf
Cheapest price
$408
Average price
$420
Fastest journey
8 h 21 m
Average duration
9 h 5 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
880 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bordeaux-Saint-Jean to Cologne Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bordeaux-Saint-Jean to Cologne Hbf will cost around $420 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $408.
It's difficult to get from Bordeaux-Saint-Jean to Cologne Hbf without transferring at least 3 times.






Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Bordeaux-Saint-Jean to Cologne Hbf
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bordeaux-Saint-Jean to Cologne Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $63. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $63, and a flight costs an average of $390.
Distance: 546 miles (880 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$275 Average price | $97 Average price Cheapest | $875 Average price |
6h 59m Average total duration 6h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 25m Average total duration 14h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 23m Average total duration Fastest 2h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bordeaux-Saint-Jean to Cologne Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Bordeaux-Saint-Jean to Cologne Hbf trains for today, Friday, March 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:54 AM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 11h19 | 8:13 PM Cologne Hbf | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 1:14 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 9h10 | 10:24 PM Cologne Hbf | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 6:46 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 17h39 | 12:25 PM Cologne Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| Saturday, March 21 | |||||
![]() | 5:52 AM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 8h21 | 2:13 PM Cologne Hbf | 3 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bordeaux-Saint-Jean to Cologne Hbf
Trains from Bordeaux-Saint-Jean to Cologne Hbf run on average 2 times per day, taking around 6h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $275 (€224) but you can travel from only $63 (€51) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 13:46, the last at 13:46. The fastest train covers the 546 miles (880 km) distance in 6h 29m.
Distance 546 miles (880 km) |
Average train duration 6h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $275 (€224) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 6h 29m |
First train 13:46 |
Last train 13:46 |
Train companies: TGV INOUI from Bordeaux-Saint-Jean to Cologne Hbf trainsTGV INOUI trains will get you between Bordeaux-Saint-Jean and Cologne Hbf from $63 (€51). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Bordeaux-Saint-Jean to Cologne Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bordeaux-Saint-Jean to Cologne Hbf 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 Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bordeaux-Saint-Jean to Cologne Hbf
- Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 19:00
- Free Wi-Fi available everywhere in the station and its surroundings.
- There are automatic luggage lockers located in Hall 2, Level 0 near the toilets.
- Baillardran
- Starbucks
- Café Ritazza
- Le Grand Comptoir
- Metsens
- PAUL
- Factory & Co
- Brioche Dorée
- Costa Coffee
- McDonald's
- Accessibility available with elevator, ramp or step-free access, barrier-free toilets, services to assist disabled passengers.
- Hotel Regina
- Best Western Plus Gare Saint Jean
- Hotel La Zoologie
- Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 19:00
- Open daily from 09:00 to 18:00, located in the Sales area of Hall 1 on Level 0.
- Tram lines: C
- Bus lines: 1, 9, 10, 11, Aéroport Navette
- Train lines: TGV, Intercités, TER 6P, TER 16, TER 17, TER 24, TER 26, TER 32, TER 33, TER 40, TER 47, TER 61
- 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.
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