The cheapest and fastest trains from Chalon-sur-Saône to Cologne
Cheapest price
£100
Average price
£100
Fastest journey
8 h
Average duration
8 h
Trains per day
1
Distance
486 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chalon-sur-Saône to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chalon-sur-Saône to Cologne will cost around £100 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £100.
Of the 1 trains that leave Chalon-sur-Saône 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 486 km distance in an average of 8 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h .
The slowest trains will take 8 h 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.


Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Chalon-sur-Saône to Cologne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chalon-sur-Saône to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £36. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 57m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £36, and a flight costs an average of £127.
Distance: 486 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£122 Average Price | £50 Average Price Cheapest | £437 Average Price |
6h 27m Average total duration Fastest 5h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 56m Average total duration 9h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 46m Average total duration 6h 46m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 1.5 - 2.9kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Chalon-sur-Saône to Cologne train times
The table below shows live departures for Chalon-sur-Saône to Cologne trains for today, Wednesday 19 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 09:06 Chalon-sur-Saône | 8h00 | 17:06 Cologne | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chalon-sur-Saône to Cologne
Trains from Chalon-sur-Saône to Cologne run on average 2 times per day, taking around 5h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £100 but you can travel from only £36 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:49, the last at 12:55. The fastest train covers the 486 km distance in 7h 0m.
Distance 486 km |
Average train duration 5h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £100 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 7h 0m |
First train 03:49 |
Last train 12:55 |
Train companies: TGV from Chalon-sur-Saône to Cologne trainsTGV trains will get you between Chalon-sur-Saône and Cologne from £36. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Chalon-sur-Saône to Cologne train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chalon-sur-Saône 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 Chalon-sur-Saône and Cologne
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Rue de la Gare.
- Restaurant Le Saint-Georges
- Le Bourgogne
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Hotel Saint Régis
- Ibis Styles Chalon-sur-Saône
- Hotel de la Colombière
- Located in the main hall
- 200 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms 1-3
- Hall 2: waiting area and restrooms
- Bus: Several local lines available
- Train: Regional TER services
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only.
- There are luggage lockers in the station.
- asiagourmet
- Coffee Fellows
- dean&david
- Dunkin' Donuts
- KFC
- McDonald's
- Pizza Hut
- Nordsee
- Starbucks
- Schweinske
- & more
- Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Wyndham Koeln
- Hilton Cologne
- Excelsior Hotel Ernst
- One near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
- Monday: 06:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 17:00
- Sunday: 10:00 - 18:00
- Imbiss Athena
- Arena Grill
- Cafe Especial
- Joe Champs
- Pension Helenenwall
- Zur guten Quelle
- Zum Goldenen Hut
- Merlin
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