Cologne to Madrid train with Eurostar

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne to Madrid

Showing times and prices for Jul 09

Cheapest price

$592

Average price

$592

Fastest journey

1 d 3 h 3 m

Average duration

1 d 3 h 3 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

1430 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Cologne to Madrid will cost around $592 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $592.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Cologne to Madrid without transferring at least 3 times.

Eurostar
12:42PM27h03
Cologne
03:45PMMadrid
$5921One-way
3 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Cologne to Madrid

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €77. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 37m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 1.4 - 3.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €77, and a train costs an average of €375.

Distance: 888 miles (1430 km)

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Bus

€431

Average price

€393

Average price

€136

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Cheapest

27h 17m

Average total duration

26h 47m

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30m

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6h 37m

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3h 37m

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3h 0m

Additional time*

26h 2m

Average total duration

25h 32m

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30m

Additional time*

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CO2 emissions

4.3 - 8.6kg

CO2 emissions

1.4 - 3.6kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Cologne to Madrid?

The best time to book your train from Cologne to Madrid is 70 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Cologne to Madrid route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Cologne to Madrid per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Cologne to Madrid.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Cologne to Madrid

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Trains from Cologne to Madrid run on average 3 times per day, taking around 26h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $467 (€375) but you can travel from only $96 (€77) 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 $96 (€77)
Distance
888 miles (1430 km)
Average train duration
26h 47m
Cheapest ticket price
$467 (€375)
Trains per day
3
Fastest train
25h 1m
First train
00:25
Last train
23:55
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 $96 (€77)

Train providers: SNCF (3) and Thalys from Cologne to Madrid trains

Buy your official SNCF (3) and Thalys train tickets between Cologne and Madrid from $515 (€413) with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most convenient journey.

Say "oui" to SNCF, France's national train company, that make it easy to go all over France as well as to countries like Spain and Germany. The company offers a wide range of fares, including the cheap Prem tickets, standard tickets called Loisir and Pro tickets for greater flexibility. SNCF also offers discount cards that you can apply on Omio, such as the Youth and Senior Card.

SNCF (3) from Cologne to Madrid train information:

  • Average Duration: 23 h 1 min
  • Cheapest Price: $515
  • SNCF (3) frequency: 1 a day

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