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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool to Cologne
Cheapest price
£369
Average price
£389
Fastest journey
7 h 50 m
Average duration
11 h 17 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
1273 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Cologne will cost around £389 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £369.
To travel from Liverpool to Cologne you need to make at least 2 changes.
8:078h08Liverpool16:15Köln Hbf£3691One-way2 changes- 11:438h32Liverpool20:15Köln Hbf£3691One-way2 changes
- 14:4317h33Liverpool8:16Köln Hbf£3691One-way2 changes
- 5:257h50Liverpool13:15Köln Hbf£4191One-way2 changes
- 20:5114h24Liverpool11:15Köln Hbf£4191One-way2 changes
- 5:257h50Liverpool13:15Köln Hbf£4191One-way2 changes
- 8:078h08Liverpool16:15Köln Hbf£3691One-way2 changes
- 11:438h32Liverpool20:15Köln Hbf£3691One-way2 changes
- 20:5114h24Liverpool11:15Köln Hbf£4191One-way2 changes
- 14:4317h33Liverpool8:16Köln Hbf£3691One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Liverpool to Cologne
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £19, and a train costs an average of £369.
Distance: 1273 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£391 Average Price | £91 Average Price | £19 Average Price Cheapest |
11h 25m Average total duration 10h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 37h 28m Average total duration 36h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 10m Average total duration Fastest 2h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Liverpool to Cologne train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Cologne trains for today, Wednesday 27 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20:51 Liverpool | 14h24 | 11:15 Köln Hbf | 2 changes | |
| Thursday 28 May | |||||
| 5:25 Liverpool | 7h50 | 13:15 Köln Hbf | 2 changes | |
| 8:07 Liverpool | 8h08 | 16:15 Köln Hbf | 2 changes | |
| 11:43 Liverpool | 8h32 | 20:15 Köln Hbf | 2 changes | |
| 14:43 Liverpool | 17h33 | 8:16 Köln Hbf | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool to Cologne
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Trains from Liverpool to Cologne run on average 4 times per day, taking around 10h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £369 but you can travel from only £19 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 20:51. The fastest train covers the 1273 km distance in 7h 50m.
Distance 1273 km |
Average train duration 10h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £369 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 7h 50m |
First train 5:25 |
Last train 20:51 |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Liverpool to Cologne trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Liverpool and Cologne from £19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Liverpool to Cologne train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool 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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