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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Marseille Saint-Charles to Cologne Hbf
Cheapest price
$164
Average price
$164
Fastest journey
8 h 53 m
Average duration
8 h 53 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
858 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Marseille Saint-Charles 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 Marseille Saint-Charles to Cologne Hbf will cost around $164 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $164.
It's difficult to get from Marseille Saint-Charles to Cologne Hbf without transferring at least once.
TGV 9583+
ICE 1068:12 AM8h53Marseille Saint-Charles5:05 PMCologne Hbf$1641One-way1 transfer
- TGV 9583+ICE 1068:12 AM8h53Marseille Saint-Charles5:05 PMCologne Hbf$1641One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Marseille Saint-Charles to Cologne Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Marseille Saint-Charles to Cologne Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $50. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $50, and a flight costs an average of $192.
Distance: 533 miles (858 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$149 Average price | $83 Average price Cheapest | $402 Average price | $227 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 8m Average total duration 7h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 43m Average total duration 18h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 34m Average total duration Fastest 6h 34m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Marseille Saint-Charles to Cologne Hbf:
A bus is $66 (€66) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Marseille Saint-Charles to Cologne Hbf costing on average $149 (€149).
A bus is $319 (€319) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Marseille Saint-Charles to Cologne Hbf costing on average $402 (€402).
Other travel options to Cologne Hbf take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 38m.
Bus takes on average 18h 13m.
The journey is about 2h 10m faster (7h 38m by train vs 9h 48m by car) and roughly $78 (€78) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($149 (€149) vs $227 (€227)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Marseille Saint-Charles to Cologne Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Marseille Saint-Charles to Cologne Hbf trains for today, Friday, July 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 6176+ 9477 | On time 2:47 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 8h06 | 10:53 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, July 25 | |||||
| TGV 9583+ICE 106 | On time 8:12 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 8h53 | 5:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Marseille Saint-Charles to Cologne Hbf
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Trains from Marseille Saint-Charles to Cologne Hbf run on average 3 times per day, taking around 7h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $87 (€87) but you can travel from only $50 (€50) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:16, the last at 11:46. The fastest train covers the 533 miles (858 km) distance in 7h 59m.
Distance 533 miles (858 km) |
Average train duration 7h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $87 (€87) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 7h 59m |
First train 3:16 AM |
Last train 11:46 AM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
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High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: TGV, Eurostar, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), SNCF | TGV INOUI from Marseille Saint-Charles to Cologne Hbf trainsTGV, Eurostar, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), SNCF | TGV INOUI trains will get you between Marseille Saint-Charles and Cologne Hbf from $50 (€50). 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 Marseille Saint-Charles to Cologne Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Marseille Saint-Charles 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.
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Popular train stations from Marseille Saint-Charles to Cologne Hbf
Most Marseille Saint-Charles to Cologne Hbf trains use the Marseille Saint-Charles to Köln Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Marseille Saint-Charles and Cologne Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Marseille Saint-Charles from Marseille city centre
Marseille Saint-Charles train station facilities and services
Marseille Saint-Charles has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffe San Carlo, DAKAO, Espressamente Illy, EXKi, McDonald's, Monop'Daily, Starbucks, Casa Di Pasta, Chatime, PAUL
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available throughout the station. ATMs are located between track M and the bus station at the Honnorat exit.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 18:00. Information desks are located on level -1 of the station, entrances via the station or via Bd Bourdet.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the lockers are located on Boulevard Bourdet, on level 0 of the station. Service is provided by La Bag Mobile.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Marseille Saint-Charles: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Marseille Saint-Charles: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Marseille Saint-Charles: Accès Plus is a service offered to passengers with disabilities or reduced mobility who need assistance at the station. For more information email [email protected] or call +33 890640650.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Adagio Access Marseille-Saint Charles, Holiday Inn Express Marseille-Saint Charles, Hotel Les Bords De Me.
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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