How to travel from Avignon to Cologne

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Compare train and bus for Avignon to Cologne

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Avignon to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €102 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 7h 37m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €102, while a train costs an average of €109.

Distance: 492 miles (793 km)

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Driving

€109

Average price

€102

Average price

Cheapest

€211

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

7h 37m

Average total duration

Fastest

7h 7m

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30m

Additional time*

17h 15m

Average total duration

16h 45m

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30m

Additional time*

10h 5m

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(door-to-door)

0.2 - 0.7kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.8 - 2.0kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Avignon to Cologne is a bus with an average price of €102.

This is compared to other travel options from Avignon to Cologne:

A bus is €48 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Avignon to Cologne costing on average €151.

The fastest way to travel from Avignon to Cologne is by train with an average journey time of 7h 44m.

Other travel options to Cologne take longer:

Bus takes on average 17h 15m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Avignon and Cologne including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Avignon to Cologne among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 2h 51m faster (7h 14m by train vs 10h 5m by car) and roughly €60 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€151 vs €211). 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.

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from Avignon to Cologne

How to get from Avignon to Cologne by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Avignon to Cologne is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:45 PM17h55
    Le Pontet, Avignon Gare de Bus (Ave. Charles de Gaulle)
    5:40 PMKöln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
    601One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:45 PM17h55
    Le Pontet, Avignon Gare de Bus (Ave. Charles de Gaulle)
    5:40 PMKöln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
    601One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI12386+Eurostar9435
    7:41 AM7h33
    Avignon TGV
    3:14 PMCologne Hbf
    2011One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI6106+Eurostar9459
    7:41 AM11h34
    Avignon TGV
    7:15 PMCologne Hbf
    1361One-way
    1 transfer
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI6136+Eurostar9459
    6:41 AM12h34
    Avignon TGV
    7:15 PMCologne Hbf
    1361One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnICE 710 · ICE 28+TGVTGV 9583
    8:48 AM9h18
    Avignon TGV
    6:06 PMCologne Hbf
    1481One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:45 PM18h30
    Le Pontet, Avignon Gare de Bus (Ave. Charles de Gaulle)
    6:15 PMLeverkusen, Bf Mitte
    601One-way
    1 transfer
  • BlaBlaCar Bus58074 · 50448
    8:30 AM21h55
    Le Pontet, Avignon Gare de Bus (Ave. Charles de Gaulle)
    6:25 AMKöln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
    611One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    1:55 PM19h20
    Le Pontet, Avignon Gare de Bus (Ave. Charles de Gaulle)
    9:15 AMLeverkusen, Bf Mitte
    611One-way
    2 transfers
  • ZOU!879527+LufthansaLH2263 · LH1984
    8:48 AM10h42
    Avignon Centre
    7:30 PMCologne Bonn Airport
    5561One-way
    2 transfers
  • ZOU!879527+LufthansaLH2263 · LH1982
    8:48 AM8h52
    Avignon Centre
    5:40 PMCologne Bonn Airport
    5621One-way
    2 transfers
  • TER17701+EurowingsLX4428+Helvetic AirwaysLX581
    9:51 AM11h04
    Avignon Centre
    8:55 PMCologne Bonn Airport
    6011One-way
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Avignon to Cologne

Travel 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 Avignon to Cologne.

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There are 2 options to travel between Avignon and Cologne including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Avignon to Cologne is a bus with an average price of €102.

This is compared to other travel options from Avignon to Cologne:

A bus is €6 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Avignon to Cologne costing on average €109.

The fastest way to travel from Avignon to Cologne is by train with an average journey time of 7h 37m.

Other travel options to Cologne take longer:

Bus takes on average 17h 15m.

The distance from Avignon to Cologne is approximately 492 miles (793 km).
The average frequency per day from Avignon to Cologne is:
  • Around 10 buses per day.
  • Around 6 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Avignon and Cologne as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Avignon to Cologne:
  • Trains mostly depart from Avignon TGV and arrive in Cologne Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Le Pontet, Avignon Gare de Bus (Ave. Charles de Gaulle) and arrive in Leverkusen, Bf Mitte.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Avignon to Cologne, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar to go to Cologne by bus.
  • Travel with TGV, Eurostar, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), SNCF | TGV INOUI to go to Cologne by train.
  • Travel with Austrian Airlines to go to Cologne by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Avignon to Cologne:
  • 0 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Avignon to Cologne often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Amsterdam, Berlin, Brussels, London. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Cologne and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Cologne to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Cologne, you can explore the Cologne Chocolate Museum to learn about chocolate history and production, enjoy a scenic Rhine River Cruise, and visit the Botanical Gardens Flora for stunning floral displays. Discover trendy boutiques and vibrant street art in the Belgian Quarter, or attend a concert at the renowned Cologne Philharmonic Hall. Don't miss the iconic Cologne Cathedral, the modern art collection at Museum Ludwig, and the love lock-adorned Hohenzollern Bridge. Wander through the charming Old Town (Altstadt) and visit the diverse Cologne Zoo.
Three days are generally recommended to explore Cologne's main attractions, including the Cologne Cathedral, Old Town, and museums.

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