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Musée National Marc Chagall
Museum in a seventeenth-century villa housing major biblical works by Marc Chagall. It is one of Nice's most important art collections.
Cheapest price on Oct 09
$183
Average ticket price on Oct 09
$331
Fastest journey on Oct 09
10 h 25 m
Average journey duration on Oct 09
11 h 42 m
Trains on Oct 09
29
Distance
804 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Nice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Nice will cost around $331 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $183.
It's difficult to get from Cologne to Nice without transferring at least once.
S19 · ICE 619 · ICE 9558+
6181
ICE 911 · ICE 9568+
6181
S19 · ICE 619 · ICE 9558+
6177
S19 · ICE 619 · ICE 9558+
6165
ICE 911 · ICE 9568+
6177
9414+
6165
9450+
6181
9450+
6187
9438+
6181
ICE 515 · ICE 9590+
6181Trains from Cologne to Nice run on average 10 times per day, taking around 13h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $8 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:13, the last at 20:40. The fastest train covers the 499 miles (804 km) distance in 9h 29m.
Distance 499 miles (804 km) |
Average train duration 13h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 9h 29m |
First train 6:13 AM |
Last train 8:40 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 14 days |
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Nice trains for tomorrow, Friday, October 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
S19 · ICE 619 · ICE 9558+ 6181 | 12:11 AM Cologne Hbf | 22h53 | 11:04 PM Nice-Ville | 3 transfers | |
S19 · ICE 619 · ICE 9558+ 6177 | 12:11 AM Cologne Hbf | 19h53 | 8:04 PM Nice-Ville | 3 transfers | |
S19 · ICE 619 · ICE 9558+ 6165 | 12:11 AM Cologne Hbf | 16h54 | 5:05 PM Nice-Ville | 3 transfers | |
ICE 827 · 4553 · ICE 9558+ 6165 | 3:21 AM Cologne Hbf | 13h44 | 5:05 PM Nice-Ville | 3 transfers | |
ICE 827 · 4553 · ICE 9558+ 6181 | 3:21 AM Cologne Hbf | 19h43 | 11:04 PM Nice-Ville | 3 transfers | |
ICE 827 · 4553 · ICE 9558+ 6177 | 3:21 AM Cologne Hbf | 16h43 | 8:04 PM Nice-Ville | 3 transfers | |
ICE 911 · ICE 9568+ 6111+ 17487 | 5:25 AM Cologne Hbf | 13h13 | 6:38 PM Nice-Ville | 3 transfers | |
ICE 911 · ICE 9568+ 6177 | 5:25 AM Cologne Hbf | 14h39 | 8:04 PM Nice-Ville | 2 transfers | |
ICE 911 · ICE 9568+ 6181 | 5:25 AM Cologne Hbf | 17h39 | 11:04 PM Nice-Ville | 2 transfers | |
9414+ 6165 | 6:40 AM Cologne Hbf | 10h25 | 5:05 PM Nice-Ville | 1 transfer | |
9414+ 6181 | 6:40 AM Cologne Hbf | 16h24 | 11:04 PM Nice-Ville | 1 transfer | |
9414+ 6177 | 6:40 AM Cologne Hbf | 13h24 | 8:04 PM Nice-Ville | 1 transfer | |
IC 2040 · ICE 9590+ 6181 | 8:53 AM Cologne Hbf | 14h11 | 11:04 PM Nice-Ville | 2 transfers | |
IC 2040 · ICE 9590+ 6187 | 8:53 AM Cologne Hbf | 15h50 | 12:43 AM Nice-Ville | 2 transfers | |
IC 2040 · ICE 9590+ 5781 | 8:53 AM Cologne Hbf | 24h16 | 9:09 AM Nice-Ville | 2 transfers | |
10909 · ICE 915 · ICE 9590+ 6187 | 9:22 AM Cologne Hbf | 15h21 | 12:43 AM Nice-Ville | 3 transfers | |
10909 · ICE 915 · ICE 9590+ 6181 | 9:22 AM Cologne Hbf | 13h42 | 11:04 PM Nice-Ville | 3 transfers | |
10909 · ICE 915 · ICE 9590+ 5781 | 9:22 AM Cologne Hbf | 23h47 | 9:09 AM Nice-Ville | 3 transfers | |
ICE 515 · ICE 9590+ 6187 | 9:54 AM Cologne Hbf | 14h49 | 12:43 AM Nice-Ville | 2 transfers | |
ICE 515 · ICE 9590+ 6181 | 9:54 AM Cologne Hbf | 13h10 | 11:04 PM Nice-Ville | 2 transfers | |
ICE 515 · ICE 9590+ 5781 | 9:54 AM Cologne Hbf | 23h15 | 9:09 AM Nice-Ville | 2 transfers | |
9438+ 5781 | 10:39 AM Cologne Hbf | 22h30 | 9:09 AM Nice-Ville | 1 transfer | |
9438+ 6187 | 10:39 AM Cologne Hbf | 14h04 | 12:43 AM Nice-Ville | 1 transfer | |
9438+ 6181 | 10:39 AM Cologne Hbf | 12h25 | 11:04 PM Nice-Ville | 1 transfer | |
9450+ 5781 | 12:39 PM Cologne Hbf | 20h30 | 9:09 AM Nice-Ville | 1 transfer | |
9450+ 6181 | 12:39 PM Cologne Hbf | 10h25 | 11:04 PM Nice-Ville | 1 transfer | |
9450+ 6187 | 12:39 PM Cologne Hbf | 12h04 | 12:43 AM Nice-Ville | 1 transfer | |
9474+ 5737+ 876532+ 17473 | 4:43 PM Cologne Hbf | 18h46 | 11:29 AM Nice Saint-Augustin | 3 transfers | |
9474+ 6805+ 64005+ 889200 | 4:43 PM Cologne Hbf | 20h21 | 1:04 PM Nice-Ville | 3 transfers | |
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Museum in a seventeenth-century villa housing major biblical works by Marc Chagall. It is one of Nice's most important art collections.
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The old town's lively maze of narrow streets, Baroque churches, and colorful façades. It is essential for history, atmosphere, and local character.
Main square rebuilt with elegant arcades, public art, and tram access. It links the old town and modern center and hosts major city events.
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Elegant Michelin starred restaurant focused on refined Mediterranean cuisine with Riviera products, offering a polished fine dining experience.
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Casual specialist for socca and other Niçois staples near the old town market. Simple, famous, and ideal for an authentic local lunch.
Nice is pricier than many French cities. Hotels, seafront dining, and summer travel raise costs, while local transit stays reasonable for visitors.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Taxis can be rounded up, and small change is fine in cafes.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Nice 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 Nice, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Cologne to Nice trains use the Köln Hbf to Nice Ville station pair, with some services arriving at Nice Saint-Augustin. Use this guide to compare Cologne and Nice train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Köln Hbf is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: asiagourmet, Coffee Fellows, dean&david, Dunkin' Donuts, KFC, McDonald's, Pizza Hut, Nordsee, Starbucks, Schweinske, & more
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only. ATMs are available at Köln Hbf.
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 storage is there are luggage lockers in the station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Köln Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Köln Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Hbf: Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Wyndham Koeln, Hilton Cologne, Excelsior Hotel Ernst.
Köln Messe/Deutz is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Imbiss Athena, Arena Grill, Cafe Especial, Joe Champs
Wi-Fi is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. ATMs are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Ticket office support is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Information desks are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Luggage storage is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Nearby hotels include Pension Helenenwall, Zur guten Quelle, Zum Goldenen Hut, Merlin.
Nice Ville has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Agora, PAUL, Sushi Side, Factory Donuts, Deli & Cia
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available throughout the station. ATMs are located on the forecourt of the station, on the right when exiting the station hall.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 08:30 - 15:30. Information desks are located in the station main hall.
Available at Nice Ville: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Nice Ville: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nice Ville: Level access from the entrance to the station, barrier-free toilets, magnetic induction loops. Assistance offered by Accès Plus to passengers with disabilities or reduced mobility, located in the central hall.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Trocadero, Ibis Nice Centre Gare, Hotel Belle Meuniere.
Nice Saint-Augustin is 5 km from Nice city centre. Public transport options include:
Nice Saint-Augustin has practical services for this route, including Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Ticket office support is available at Nice Saint-Augustin. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Available at Nice Saint-Augustin: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Nice Saint-Augustin: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nice Saint-Augustin: Ramps, restrooms.
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