The cheapest and fastest trains from Bordeaux to Cologne
Cheapest price
£187
Average price
£187
Fastest journey
11 h 6 m
Average duration
11 h 6 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
828 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bordeaux to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bordeaux to Cologne will cost around £187 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £187.
Of the 1 trains that leave Bordeaux for Cologne every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 828 km distance in an average of 11 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 h 6 m .
The slowest trains will take 11 h 6 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.
9:4711h06Bordeaux20:53Cologne£1871One-way0 changes
9:4711h06Bordeaux20:53Cologne£1871One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Bordeaux to Cologne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bordeaux to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £64. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £64, and a train costs an average of £187.
Distance: 828 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£187 Average Price | £64 Average Price Cheapest | £87 Average Price |
11h 36m Average total duration 11h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 19h 45m Average total duration 19h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Bordeaux to Cologne train times
The table below shows live departures for Bordeaux to Cologne trains for today, Sunday 12 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:44 Bordeaux | 7h30 | 15:14 Köln Hbf | 2 changes | |
![]() | 8:50 Bordeaux | 8h24 | 17:14 Köln Hbf | 2 changes | |
![]() | 12:54 Bordeaux | 8h21 | 21:15 Köln Hbf | 2 changes | |
![]() | 18:46 Bordeaux | 16h29 | 11:15 Köln Hbf | 2 changes | |
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Compare prices and tickets Bordeaux to Cologne by train, coach or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bordeaux to Cologne
Trains from Bordeaux to Cologne run on average 6 times per day, taking around 11h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £187 but you can travel from only £64 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:35, the last at 19:20. The fastest train covers the 828 km distance in 11h 6m.
Distance 828 km |
Average train duration 11h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £187 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 11h 6m |
First train 5:35 |
Last train 19:20 |
Train companies: TGV INOUI from Bordeaux to Cologne trainsTGV INOUI trains will get you between Bordeaux and Cologne from £64. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bordeaux to Cologne train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bordeaux 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bordeaux and Cologne
- Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 19:00
- Free Wi-Fi available everywhere in the station and its surroundings.
- There are automatic luggage lockers located in Hall 2, Level 0 near the toilets.
- Baillardran
- Starbucks
- Café Ritazza
- Le Grand Comptoir
- Metsens
- PAUL
- Factory & Co
- Brioche Dorée
- Costa Coffee
- McDonald's
- Accessibility available with elevator, ramp or step-free access, barrier-free toilets, services to assist disabled passengers.
- Hotel Regina
- Best Western Plus Gare Saint Jean
- Hotel La Zoologie
- Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 19:00
- Open daily from 09:00 to 18:00, located in the Sales area of Hall 1 on Level 0.
- Tram lines: C
- Bus lines: 1, 9, 10, 11, Aéroport Navette
- Train lines: TGV, Intercités, TER 6P, TER 16, TER 17, TER 24, TER 26, TER 32, TER 33, TER 40, TER 47, TER 61
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