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Trip Overview

The average train between Cologne and CERN takes 8h 33m and the fastest train takes 7h 59m. The train service runs several times per day from Cologne to CERN. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

8h 33m
Duration
729 km
Distance
€210
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

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  1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Basel SBBtrain train 43 / ...
  2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Renens VDtrain train
  3. Take the train from Renens VD to Genèvetrain train Ic1 / ...
8h 11m
€130–477

Cologne to CERN train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Cologne and CERN. The earliest departure is at 12:07 AM at night, and the last departure from Cologne is at 11:53 PM which arrives into CERN at 10:08 AM. All services require a transfer at Basel SBB and take an average of 8h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 729.4 km
  • Duration: 8h 33m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and CERN, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France?

You can take a train from Köln Hbf to CERN via Basel SBB, Renens VD, Genève, Genève, gare Cornavin, and Meyrin, CERN in around 8h 11m.

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