The cheapest and fastest trains from Lund to Cologne
Cheapest price
£114
Average price
£114
Fastest journey
10 h 26 m
Average duration
12 h 2 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
673 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lund to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lund to Cologne will cost around £114 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £114.
To travel from Lund to Cologne you need to make at least 2 changes.










Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Lund to Cologne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lund to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £32. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £32, and a flight costs an average of £146.
Distance: 673 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£115 Average Price | £58 Average Price Cheapest | £338 Average Price |
10h 58m Average total duration 10h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 44m Average total duration 13h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 23m Average total duration Fastest 2h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Lund to Cologne train times
The table below shows live departures for Lund to Cologne trains for tomorrow, Saturday 27 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 05:21 Lund | 10h26 | 15:47 Cologne | 2 changes | |
![]() | 07:21 Lund | 10h26 | 17:47 Cologne | 2 changes | |
![]() | 09:21 Lund | 10h26 | 19:47 Cologne | 2 changes | |
![]() | 13:21 Lund | 10h28 | 23:49 Cologne | 2 changes | |
![]() | 15:21 Lund | 18h26 | 09:47 Cologne | 2 changes |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lund to Cologne
Trains from Lund to Cologne run on average 1 times per day, taking around 10h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £115 but you can travel from only £32 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:21, the last at 22:21. The fastest train covers the 673 km distance in 10h 26m.
Distance 673 km |
Average train duration 10h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £115 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 10h 26m |
First train 00:21 |
Last train 22:21 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Oresundstag from Lund to Cologne trainsDeutsche Bahn, Oresundstag trains will get you between Lund and Cologne from £32. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Oresundstag
FAQs: Lund to Cologne train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lund 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 Lund and Cologne
- 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.
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