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Compare bus, flight, and train for Florence to Cologne
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Florence to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €54. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 38m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.9 - 2.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €54, and a flight costs an average of €30.
Distance: 534 miles (860 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€218 Average price | €334 Average price | €93 Average price Cheapest |
18h 8m Average total duration 17h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 38m Average total duration Fastest 2h 38m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 23h 15m Average total duration 22h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 2.6 - 5.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Florence to Cologne train times
The table below shows live departures for Florence to Cologne trains for today, Friday, January 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 7:48 PM Florence | 18h35 | 2:23 PM Cologne | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Florence to Cologne
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Trains from Florence to Cologne run on average 1 times per day, taking around 17h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $208 (€168) but you can travel from only $37 (€30) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:40, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 534 miles (860 km) distance in 16h 17m.
Distance 534 miles (860 km) |
Average train duration 17h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $208 (€168) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 16h 17m |
First train 00:40 |
Last train 22:00 |
FAQs: Trains from Florence to Cologne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Florence to Cologne
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free WiFi (30 minutes limit).
- Provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Adua. Open daily from 06:00 to 23:00.
- 12oz Coffee Joint
- Casa Maioli
- Don Nino
- Fratelli Cuore
- McDonald´s
- Panella
- Segafredo Zanetti
- Spizzico
- Venchi
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Mobility assistance is available with the Sala Blu, located next to Platform 1.
- Hotel Luxor Florence
- Joy Hotel Florence
- Diplomat Hotel Florence
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Located inside and outside the station.
- Tram lines: T1, T2
- Bus lines: 6, 11, 12, 13, 17, 23, 36, 37, C4
- Train lines: FR, FA, Italo
DiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental- Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 20:45
- Moka Café
- The station is fully accessible, with step-free access throughout the station.
- Florence Stadium B&B
- Hotel Villa Liana
- Hotel della Robbia
- Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 20:45
- Bus lines: 12, 13, 33
- Train lines: FA, IC, ICN, R
WifiLockers
ShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
Lounge
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- 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.
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- 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
- Imbiss Athena
- Arena Grill
- Cafe Especial
- Joe Champs
- Pension Helenenwall
- Zur guten Quelle
- Zum Goldenen Hut
- Merlin
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- McDonald's
- Wartesaal am Dom
- Alte Feuerwache
- Al Andalus
- A&O Köln Dom
- City Pension Storch II
- Azimut Hotel
- First Domizil
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