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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Marseille to Cologne
Cheapest price
$229
Average price
$229
Fastest journey
9 h 21 m
Average duration
9 h 21 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
857 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Marseille to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Marseille to Cologne will cost around $229 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $229.
It's difficult to get from Marseille to Cologne without transferring at least once.
TGV 9583+
ICE 12TGV 9583+ICE 12
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Marseille to Cologne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Marseille to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €49. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 41m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €49, and a flight costs an average of €181.
Distance: 532 miles (857 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€177 Average price | €93 Average price Cheapest | €451 Average price |
8h 37m Average total duration 8h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 45m Average total duration 15h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 41m Average total duration Fastest 2h 41m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions | 2.6 - 5.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Marseille to Cologne train times
The table below shows live departures for Marseille to Cologne trains for today, Wednesday, December 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TGV 9583+ICE 12 | On time 7:12 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 9h21 | 4:33 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Marseille to Cologne
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Trains from Marseille to Cologne run on average 3 times per day, taking around 8h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $106 (€85) but you can travel from only $61 (€49) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:20, the last at 23:15. The fastest train covers the 532 miles (857 km) distance in 8h 53m.
Distance 532 miles (857 km) |
Average train duration 8h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $106 (€85) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 8h 53m |
First train 03:20 |
Last train 23:15 |
Train companies: TGV, TGV INOUI from Marseille to Cologne trainsTGV, TGV INOUI trains will get you between Marseille and Cologne from $61 (€49). 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 to Cologne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Marseille 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 Marseille to Cologne
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 18:00
- Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available throughout the station.
- The lockers are located on Boulevard Bourdet, on level 0 of the station. Service is provided by La Bag Mobile.
- Caffe San Carlo
- DAKAO
- Espressamente Illy
- EXKi
- McDonald's
- Monop'Daily
- Starbucks
- Casa Di Pasta
- Chatime
- PAUL
- 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.
- Adagio Access Marseille-Saint Charles
- Holiday Inn Express Marseille-Saint Charles
- Hotel Les Bords De Me
- Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 18:00
- Located on level -1 of the station, entrances via the station or via Bd Bourdet.
- Bus lines: 521, 52, 56, 82S, 533, 582, 33, 34, 49, 50, 51
- Metro lines: M1, M2
- Train lines: TGV, iDTGV, OUIGO, TGV Lyria, Eurostar, Thalys
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.
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Monday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Tuesday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Wednesday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Thursday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Friday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Saturday: 09:00 13:30 - 13:00 16:00
- Sunday: 12:00 16:00 - 15:30 20:00
- Café Bistro Leysieffer
- Mishba
- Ständige Vertretung
- Kamps
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Weiler Kebap
- Başak Grill
- Le'zzet
- Seniorencafé Treffpunkt
- Haus Wester
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