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The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne to Bordeaux

Showing times and prices for Jul 17

Cheapest price

$390

Average price

$399

Fastest journey

6 h 27 m

Average duration

8 h 40 m

Trains per day

Distance

879 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Bordeaux is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Cologne to Bordeaux will cost around $399 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $390.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Cologne to Bordeaux without transferring at least 2 times.

08:44AM7h30

Cologne

04:14PMBordeaux

$3901One-way

2 transfers

12:42PM7h19

Cologne

08:01PMBordeaux

$3901One-way

2 transfers

04:44PM6h27

Cologne

11:11PMBordeaux

$3901One-way

2 transfers

06:44PM14h04

Cologne

08:48AMBordeaux

$3901One-way

2 transfers

06:44AM8h02

Cologne

02:46PMBordeaux

$4371One-way

2 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Cologne to Bordeaux

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Bordeaux among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €46. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.9 - 2.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €46, and a flight costs an average of €124.

Distance: 546 miles (879 km)

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Train	Most popular Bus	Flight
€309 Average price	€81 Average price Cheapest	€436 Average price
9h 4m Average total duration 8h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	15h 21m Average total duration 14h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	5h 15m Average total duration Fastest 2h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*
- CO2 emissions	0.9 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest	2.6 - 5.3kg CO2 emissions
	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.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Cologne to Bordeaux

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Trains from Cologne to Bordeaux run on average 4 times per day, taking around 8h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $373 (€301) but you can travel from only $58 (€46) by bus.

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

Bus from $58 (€46)

Distance

546 miles (879 km)

Average train duration

8h 34m

Cheapest ticket price

$373 (€301)

Trains per day

Fastest train

6h 27m

First train

00:25

Last train

23:44

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $58 (€46)

Train providers: SNCF | TGV and Deutsche Bahn from Cologne to Bordeaux trains

SNCF | TGV and Deutsche Bahn trains will get you to Bordeaux from Cologne from $460 (€373). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

The SNCF TGV is a high-speed train service operated by the French national railway company, SNCF. It is one of the fastest trains in the world, with speeds of up to 320 km/h (200 mph). The TGV has been in operation since 1981 and is now the most popular high-speed train in Europe. The TGV offers a variety of train types, including the TGV Duplex, TGV Lyria, TGV InOui, and TGV OuiGo. Each type of train offers different amenities, such as Wi-Fi, power outlets, and comfortable seating. There are also different ticket types available, such as the Prem's ticket, which offers discounts on certain routes. Onboard facilities include a café-bar, a selection of newspapers and magazines, and a range of audio-visual entertainment. Passengers can also take advantage of the TGV's free Wi-Fi service. The most popular routes for the SNCF TGV include Paris to Lyon, Paris to Marseille, Paris to Bordeaux, and Paris to Lille. These routes offer passengers a fast and convenient way to travel between major cities in France.

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is the main provider of train services in Germany, making on average 40,000 journeys per day. A special feature of Deutsche Bahn is its wide range of ticket types, savings offers including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible fares and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100. DB uses different types of trains such as the ICE (Intercity Express), IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn) on its routes, which differ in terms of comfort and the time required to travel.

Cologne to Bordeaux train information with Deutsche Bahn:

Average Duration: 6 h 30 min
Cheapest Price: $460
Deutsche Bahn frequency: 2 a day

FAQs: Trains from Cologne to Bordeaux

FAQs: Travel by train from Cologne to Bordeaux easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Cologne to Bordeaux.

Cheap train tickets from Cologne to Bordeaux can start from as little as $546 (€443) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Cologne to Bordeaux is $560 (€454); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Cologne to Bordeaux train travel time is 7 h 23 min for the 545 mile (879 km) long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Cologne to Bordeaux leaves at 1: 00 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Cologne to Bordeaux leaves at 11: 44 PM.

There are 5 trains a day from Cologne to Bordeaux which require at least one change with Eurostar. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

Yes, there's a high-speed train to Bordeaux. Take the fast train with Eurostar from Cologne to Bordeaux.

The high-speed Eurostar train from Cologne to Bordeaux takes 7 h 23 min on average.

Take the Cologne to Bordeaux train with Eurostar. However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the route from Cologne to Bordeaux as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 44 PM.

The cheapest month to travel from Cologne to Bordeaux by train is June.

You have options as you can travel to Bordeaux from Cologne 3 different ways: train, bus or flight.