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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Barcelona to Cologne
Cheapest price
£357
Average price
£357
Fastest journey
11 h 49 m
Average duration
15 h 20 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
781 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barcelona to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Cologne will cost around £357 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £357.
To travel from Barcelona to Cologne you need to make at least 2 changes.
9:2611h49Barcelona21:15Köln Hbf£3571One-way2 changes- 16:2418h51Barcelona11:15Köln Hbf£3571One-way2 changes
- 9:2611h49Barcelona21:15Köln Hbf£3571One-way2 changes
- 16:2418h51Barcelona11:15Köln Hbf£3571One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, flight and coach for Barcelona to Cologne
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £18, and a train costs an average of £337.
Distance: 781 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£337 Average Price | £43 Average Price Cheapest | £66 Average Price |
16h 12m Average total duration 15h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 21h 19m Average total duration 20h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Barcelona to Cologne train times
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Cologne trains for today, Monday 4 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16:24 Barcelona | 18h51 | 11:15 Köln Hbf | 2 changes | |
| Tuesday 5 May | |||||
| 9:26 Barcelona | 11h49 | 21:15 Köln Hbf | 2 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Barcelona to Cologne
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Italy
Trains from Barcelona to Cologne run on average 2 times per day, taking around 15h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £337 but you can travel from only £18 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 09:28, the last at 16:25. The fastest train covers the 781 km distance in 12h 2m.
Distance 781 km |
Average train duration 15h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £337 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 12h 2m |
First train 9:28 |
Last train 16:25 |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI from Barcelona to Cologne trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI trains will get you between Barcelona and Cologne from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Barcelona to Cologne train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona 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.
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