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The restriction level for your return train to Lyon, France from Cologne is: Unrestricted . Is my return train into Lyon from Cologne restricted? International entry is allowed for: Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of Italy Do I need to quarantine on arrival in France from Cologne? Conditions of reentry: There are no current restrictions What are the safety rules to follow in Lyon, France? The government of France has imposed these measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19: Social distancing required: metre (s) ( feet) Face mask required: Recommended Last checked on 3/22/23. Remember to check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations for your train to Lyon from Cologne closer to your date of departure here here.

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05:50AMLyon Part Dieu6h25 12:15PMKöln Hbf

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08:30AMLyon Part Dieu5h45 02:15PMKöln Hbf

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11:00AMLyon Part Dieu7h15 06:15PMKöln Hbf

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01:56PMLyon Part Dieu6h19 08:15PMKöln Hbf

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Train schedule from Lyon to Cologne

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TGV inOui

05:50AMLyon Part Dieu6h25 12:15PMKöln Hbf

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TGV inOui

08:30AMLyon Part Dieu5h45 02:15PMKöln Hbf

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TGV inOui

11:00AMLyon Part Dieu7h15 06:15PMKöln Hbf

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TGV inOui

01:56PMLyon Part Dieu6h19 08:15PMKöln Hbf

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Fastest train times from Lyon to Cologne

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5 h 45 m

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6 h 26 m

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396 km

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TGV inOui

08:30AMLyon Part Dieu5h45 02:15PMKöln Hbf

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01:56PMLyon Part Dieu6h19 08:15PMKöln Hbf

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05:50AMLyon Part Dieu6h25 12:15PMKöln Hbf

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11:00AMLyon Part Dieu7h15 06:15PMKöln Hbf

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Overview: Train from Lyon to Cologne

	Distance	246 miles (396 km)
	Train frequency	4 a day
	Direct train	No
	Train companies	TGV inOui

Trains from Lyon to Cologne cover the 246 miles (396 km) long route taking on average 7 h 51 min with our travel partners like TGV inOui. Normally, there are 4 trains operating per day, including direct services available. Travelers depart most frequently from Lyon Part Dieu and arrive in Cologne.

Travel Tips: Trains from Lyon to Cologne

Travel Tips: Travel by train to Cologne easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Lyon to Cologne.

Travel between Lyon, France and Cologne, Italy by train is: Unrestricted.

What is the status of international entry into Italy from France?

International entry status: Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of France

Do I need to self-quarantine on arrival in Italy from Lyon?

Conditions of entry:

There are no current restrictions

What are the safety rules to follow in Cologne, Italy?

When traveling in Italy, you must follow these COVID-19 safety rules:

Physical distance requirement: 1.5 metre (s) (5 feet)
Face mask requirement: Recommended

The information above was last checked on 3/8/23. This can change before your date of travel so please review the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations for your train to Cologne from Lyon before traveling.

The restriction level for your return train to Lyon, France from Cologne is: Unrestricted.

Is my return train into Lyon from Cologne restricted?

International entry is allowed for: Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of Italy

Do I need to quarantine on arrival in France from Cologne?

Conditions of reentry:

There are no current restrictions

What are the safety rules to follow in Lyon, France?

The government of France has imposed these measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19:

Social distancing required: metre (s) ( feet)
Face mask required: Recommended

Last checked on 3/22/23. Remember to check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations for your train to Lyon from Cologne closer to your date of departure here here.

The Lyon to Cologne train distance is approximately 246 miles (396 km).

On average the Lyon to Cologne train travel time is 7 h 51 min for the 246 mile (396 km) long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

Omio customers traveling this route book their trains from Lyon Part Dieu to Cologne.

The most popular departure train station with passengers for this route, called Lyon Part Dieu, is located 2 miles (3.3 km) from the city center of Lyon.

The most popular arrival train station, Cologne, is located 0.6 miles (1 km) away from the city center of Cologne.

Take the Lyon to Cologne train with TGV inOui. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the journey between Lyon and Cologne as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

On average, there are 4 trains a day from Lyon to Cologne. The train times and services may be different on weekends and holidays compared to weekdays.

The earliest train departing from Lyon to Cologne leaves at 5: 50 AM. The last train departing from Lyon to Cologne leaves at 7: 00 PM. You can find the latest Lyon to Cologne train schedule on Omio and book the best time to leave for your journey on your chosen travel date.

Important Stations and Airports for this connection

Lyon

Cologne

The major railway station for departures from Lyon is Lyon Part Dieu. Read all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Lyon Part Dieu for your journey between Lyon and Cologne.

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Address

5 Place Charles Béraudier, 69003 Lyon, France

Phone Number

+33 184943635

Ticket Office Hours

Mon - Wed: 05: 00 - 20: 45 | Thu - Sat: 05: 00 - 21: 45 | Sun: 06: 45 - 21: 45

Public transit options for Lyon Part Dieu

Metro lines: A, B, C, D
Tram lines: T4, K240, T3, K100
Bus lines: 2960, C2, C3, C6, C9
Train lines: TGV, TGV Lyria, TGV INOUI, OUIGO, TER, Intercités, Eurostar, AVE

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Address

14 cours de Verdun, 69002 Lyon, France

Phone Number

+33 72401062

Ticket Office Hours

Mon - Fri: 10: 00 - 18: 00

Public transit options for Lyon-Perrache

Metro lines: A, B, C, D
Bus lines: 8, 31, 46, 49, 55, 60, 63, S1, C19, C21, C22
Tram lines: 1, 2
Train lines: TGV, TGV INOUI, OUIGO, TER Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, Intercités

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Address

5 Pl. Charles Béraudier, 69003 Lyon, France

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Address

2 Pl. De Paris, 69009 Lyon, France

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