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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Paris Gare de Lyon to Cologne Hbf
Cheapest price
€45
Average price
€75
Fastest journey
3 h 30 m
Average duration
3 h 30 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
403 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris Gare de Lyon 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 Paris Gare de Lyon to Cologne Hbf will cost around €75 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €45.
Of the 2 trains that leave Paris Gare de Lyon for Cologne Hbf on Tue, Aug 04, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 04 the direct trains cover the 403 km distance in an average of 3 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 30 m .
On Tue, Aug 04 the slowest trains will take 3 h 30 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.
5:45 AM3h30Paris Gare de Lyon9:15 AMCologne Hbf€451One-way0 transfers- 6:45 AM3h30Paris Gare de Lyon10:15 AMCologne Hbf€1061One-way0 transfers
- 6:45 AM3h30Paris Gare de Lyon10:15 AMCologne Hbf€1061One-way0 transfers
- 5:45 AM3h30Paris Gare de Lyon9:15 AMCologne Hbf€451One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Paris Gare de Lyon to Cologne Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris Gare de Lyon to Cologne Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €20, and a flight costs an average of €148.
Distance: 250 miles (403 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€107 Average price | €34 Average price Cheapest | €562 Average price | €92 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 56m Average total duration 3h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 33m Average total duration 7h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 30m Average total duration Fastest 2h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Paris Gare de Lyon to Cologne Hbf:
A bus is €73 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris Gare de Lyon to Cologne Hbf costing on average €107.
A bus is €528 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris Gare de Lyon to Cologne Hbf costing on average €562.
Other travel options to Cologne Hbf take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 26m.
Bus takes on average 7h 3m.
You'll arrive about 1h 26m sooner (3h 26m by train vs 4h 52m by car). Tickets start at around €107 compared to roughly €92 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 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
Paris Gare de Lyon to Cologne Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Paris Gare de Lyon to Cologne Hbf trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:45 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h30 | 9:15 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:45 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h30 | 10:15 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Paris Gare de Lyon to Cologne Hbf
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Trains from Paris Gare de Lyon to Cologne Hbf run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €35 but you can travel from only €20 by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:45, the last at 18:48. The fastest train covers the 250 miles (403 km) distance in 3h 23m.
Distance 250 miles (403 km) |
Average train duration 3h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price €35 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 3h 23m |
First train 5:45 AM |
Last train 6:48 PM |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: Eurostar, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Paris Gare de Lyon to Cologne Hbf trainsEurostar, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Paris Gare de Lyon and Cologne Hbf from €20. 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 Paris Gare de Lyon to Cologne Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris Gare de Lyon 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 Paris Gare de Lyon to Cologne Hbf
Most Paris Gare de Lyon to Cologne Hbf trains use the Paris Gare du Nord to Köln Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Paris Gare de Lyon and Cologne Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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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