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Trip Overview

The average train between Cologne and Lyon takes 8h 28m and the fastest train takes 6h 13m. The train service runs several times per day from Cologne to Lyon. 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 28m
Duration
959 km
Distance
€282
Average price
3 times a day
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Paris Nordtrain train Thalys
  2. Take the train from Paris Gare De Lyon to Lyon Part Dieutrain train Tgv
5h 56m
€218–430

Cologne to Lyon train times

Trains run 3 times a day between Cologne and Lyon. The earliest departure is at 6:09 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cologne is at 5:34 PM which arrives into Lyon at 8:40 AM. All services require a transfer at Paris Nord and take an average of 8h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 959 km
  • Duration: 8h 28m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Lyon, France?

You can take a train from Koeln Hbf to Lyon Part Dieu via Paris Nord and Paris Gare De Lyon in around 5h 56m.

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