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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool to Cologne
Cheapest price
$571
Average price
$571
Fastest journey
8 h 7 m
Average duration
11 h 20 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
1273 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Cologne will cost around $571 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $571.
It's difficult to get from Liverpool to Cologne without transferring at least 2 times.
3:08 PM8h07Liverpool11:15 PMKöln Hbf$5711One-way2 transfers- 8:43 PM14h32Liverpool11:15 AMKöln Hbf$5711One-way2 transfers
- 3:08 PM8h07Liverpool11:15 PMKöln Hbf$5711One-way2 transfers
- 8:43 PM14h32Liverpool11:15 AMKöln Hbf$5711One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Liverpool to Cologne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $26, and a train costs an average of $503.
Distance: 791 miles (1273 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$533 Average price | $26 Average price Cheapest | $124 Average price | $103 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 25m Average total duration 10h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 10m Average total duration Fastest 2h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 37h 28m Average total duration 36h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Liverpool to Cologne:
A flight is $98 (€79) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Liverpool to Cologne costing on average $124 (€100).
A flight is $506 (€409) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Liverpool to Cologne costing on average $533 (€430).
Other travel options to Cologne take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 55m.
Bus takes on average 36h 58m.
You'll arrive about 7h 57m sooner (10h 55m by train vs 18h 52m by car). Tickets start at around $533 (€430) compared to roughly $103 (€83) 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.
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.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool to Cologne
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Trains from Liverpool to Cologne run on average 4 times per day, taking around 10h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $503 (€406) but you can travel from only $26 (€21) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 20:51. The fastest train covers the 791 miles (1273 km) distance in 7h 50m.
Distance 791 miles (1273 km) |
Average train duration 10h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $503 (€406) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 7h 50m |
First train 5:25 AM |
Last train 8:51 PM |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Liverpool to Cologne trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Liverpool and Cologne from $26 (€21). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Liverpool to Cologne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool 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.
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