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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Liège-Guillemins to Cologne Hbf
Cheapest price on Sep 17
€24
Average ticket price on Sep 17
€43
Fastest journey on Sep 17
1 h 1 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
1 h 1 m
Trains on Sep 17
18
Distance
104 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liège-Guillemins 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 Liège-Guillemins to Cologne Hbf will cost around €43 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €24.
On Thu, Sep 17, we found 18 trains from Liège-Guillemins to Cologne Hbf, including 15 direct services.
On Thu, Sep 17 the direct trains cover the 104 km distance in an average of 1 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 1 m .
On Thu, Sep 17 the slowest trains will take 1 h 1 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
ICE 3138:18 PM1h06Liège-Guillemins9:24 PMCologne Hbf€241One-way0 transfers
94718:12 PM1h03Liège-Guillemins9:15 PMCologne Hbf€351One-way0 transfers- 94779:16 PM1h06Liège-Guillemins10:22 PMCologne Hbf€351One-way0 transfers
- R 5007 · 268137:19 AM2h25Liège-Guillemins9:44 AMCologne Hbf€371One-way1 transfer
- R 5005 · 268095:18 AM2h26Liège-Guillemins7:44 AMCologne Hbf€371One-way1 transfer
- ICE 1511:14 AM1h01Liège-Guillemins12:15 PMCologne Hbf€431One-way0 transfers
- ICE 3151:14 PM1h01Liège-Guillemins2:15 PMCologne Hbf€431One-way0 transfers
- ICE 3175:14 PM1h01Liège-Guillemins6:15 PMCologne Hbf€431One-way0 transfers
- ICE 173:14 PM1h01Liège-Guillemins4:15 PMCologne Hbf€431One-way0 transfers
- ICE 197:14 PM1h01Liège-Guillemins8:15 PMCologne Hbf€401One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Liège-Guillemins to Cologne Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liège-Guillemins to Cologne Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €17 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 51m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €17, while a train costs an average of €52.
Distance: 64 miles (104 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€52 Average price | €17 Average price Cheapest | €24 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 51m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 51m Average total duration 2h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Liège-Guillemins to Cologne Hbf:
A bus is €35 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Liège-Guillemins to Cologne Hbf costing on average €52.
Other travel options to Cologne Hbf take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 21m.
You'll arrive about 5m sooner (1h 21m by train vs 1h 26m by car). Tickets start at around €52 compared to roughly €24 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn, Eurostar.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Liège-Guillemins to Cologne Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Liège-Guillemins to Cologne Hbf trains for today, Wednesday, September 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 317 | Delayed 5:14 PM Liège-Guillemins | 1h01 | 4:19 PM 4:19 PMCologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9459 | 6:12 PM Liège-Guillemins | 1h03 | 7:15 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 19 | On time 7:14 PM Liège-Guillemins | 1h01 | 8:15 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9471 | 8:12 PM Liège-Guillemins | 1h03 | 9:15 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 313 | On time 8:18 PM Liège-Guillemins | 1h06 | 9:24 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 319 · S19 | On time 9:14 PM Liège-Guillemins | 1h26 | 10:40 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| R 5021 · 26841 | On time 9:20 PM Liège-Guillemins | 2h23 | 11:43 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| R 18977 · 26843 | On time 10:08 PM Liège-Guillemins | 2h36 | 12:44 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| R 18981 · S19 | On time 11:08 PM Liège-Guillemins | 4h34 | 3:42 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, September 17 | |||||
| R 5005 · 26809 | On time 5:18 AM Liège-Guillemins | 2h26 | 7:44 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 11 | On time 7:12 AM Liège-Guillemins | 1h04 | 8:16 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| R 5007 · 26813 | On time 7:19 AM Liège-Guillemins | 2h25 | 9:44 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 13 | On time 9:14 AM Liège-Guillemins | 1h02 | 10:16 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9411 | 10:12 AM Liège-Guillemins | 1h03 | 11:15 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 15 | On time 11:14 AM Liège-Guillemins | 1h01 | 12:15 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9423 | 12:12 PM Liège-Guillemins | 1h03 | 1:15 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 311 | On time 12:18 PM Liège-Guillemins | 1h06 | 1:24 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 315 | On time 1:14 PM Liège-Guillemins | 1h01 | 2:15 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9435 | 2:12 PM Liège-Guillemins | 1h02 | 3:14 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 17 | On time 3:14 PM Liège-Guillemins | 1h01 | 4:15 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| R 5015 · 26829 | On time 3:19 PM Liège-Guillemins | 2h25 | 5:44 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Liège-Guillemins to Cologne Hbf
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Trains from Liège-Guillemins to Cologne Hbf run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €19 but you can travel from only €6 by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:32, the last at 21:08. The fastest train covers the 64 miles (104 km) distance in 1h 0m.
Distance 64 miles (104 km) |
Average train duration 1h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price €19 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 0m |
First train 5:32 AM |
Last train 9:08 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Eurostar from Liège-Guillemins to Cologne Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, Eurostar trains will get you between Liège-Guillemins and Cologne Hbf from €6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Eurostar
FAQs: Trains from Liège-Guillemins to Cologne Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liège-Guillemins 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 Liège-Guillemins to Cologne Hbf
Most Liège-Guillemins to Cologne Hbf trains use the Liège-Guillemins to Köln Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Liège-Guillemins and Cologne Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Liège-Guillemins from Liège city centre
Liège-Guillemins is 1 km from Liège city centre. Public transport options include:
Liège-Guillemins train station facilities and services
Liège-Guillemins has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Le Concordia, Brasserie Le Sauvenière
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liège-Guillemins. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Liège-Guillemins. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liège-Guillemins: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liège-Guillemins: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liège-Guillemins: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include ibis Styles Liège Guillemins, Hotel Husa de la Couronne, Univers Hotel & Restaurant.
Getting to Köln Hbf from Cologne city centre
Köln Hbf is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Hbf train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: asiagourmet, Coffee Fellows, dean&david, Dunkin' Donuts, KFC, McDonald's, Pizza Hut, Nordsee, Starbucks, Schweinske, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only. ATMs are available at Köln Hbf.
Tickets and information
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 and lost property
Luggage storage is there are luggage lockers in the station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Hbf: Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Wyndham Koeln, Hilton Cologne, Excelsior Hotel Ernst.
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