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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Cologne
Cheapest price
£425
Average price
£438
Fastest journey
10 h 43 m
Average duration
15 h 49 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
1513 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Cologne will cost around £438 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £425.
To travel from Glasgow to Cologne you need to make at least 3 changes.
9:3210h43Glasgow20:15Köln Hbf£4251One-way3 changes- 12:1520h01Glasgow8:16Köln Hbf£4251One-way3 changes
- 23:4516h30Glasgow16:15Köln Hbf£4251One-way3 changes
- 19:1516h00Glasgow11:15Köln Hbf£4751One-way3 changes
- 9:3210h43Glasgow20:15Köln Hbf£4251One-way3 changes
- 19:1516h00Glasgow11:15Köln Hbf£4751One-way3 changes
- 23:4516h30Glasgow16:15Köln Hbf£4251One-way3 changes
- 12:1520h01Glasgow8:16Köln Hbf£4251One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Glasgow to Cologne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £27, and a train costs an average of £465.
Distance: 1513 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
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£467 Average Price | £27 Average Price Cheapest | £121 Average Price |
13h 58m Average total duration 13h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 25m Average total duration Fastest 2h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 42h 5m Average total duration 41h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Glasgow to Cologne train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Cologne trains for today, Tuesday 5 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23:45 Glasgow | 16h30 | 16:15 Köln Hbf | 3 changes | |
| Wednesday 6 May | |||||
| 9:32 Glasgow | 10h43 | 20:15 Köln Hbf | 3 changes | |
| 12:15 Glasgow | 20h01 | 8:16 Köln Hbf | 3 changes | |
| 19:15 Glasgow | 16h00 | 11:15 Köln Hbf | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Cologne
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Trains from Glasgow to Cologne run on average 4 times per day, taking around 13h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £465 but you can travel from only £27 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:33, the last at 18:40. The fastest train covers the 1513 km distance in 10h 38m.
Distance 1513 km |
Average train duration 13h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £465 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 10h 38m |
First train 5:33 |
Last train 18:40 |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Glasgow to Cologne trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Glasgow and Cologne from £27. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Glasgow to Cologne train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow 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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