1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- WC
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£21
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£42
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
3 h 40 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
3 h 46 m
Trains on 17 Sept
39
Distance
158 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Luxembourg to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Luxembourg to Cologne will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £21.
To travel from Luxembourg to Cologne you need to make at least 2 changes.
Bus L32 · 4131 · ICE 24
Bus L32 · 4129 · IC 2349
Bus L32 · 4135 · ICE 22
Bus L32 · 4133 · IC 2347
Bus L32 · 4101 · IC 2443
Bus L32 · 4135 · ICE 22
Bus L32 · 4123 · ICE 28
Bus L32 · 4133 · IC 2347
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Bus L32 · 4127 · ICE 26Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Luxembourg to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £17 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 3h 51m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, while a flight costs an average of £264.
Distance: 158 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£34 Average Price | £17 Average Price Cheapest | £264 Average Price | £26 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 16m Average total duration 3h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 51m Average total duration Fastest 3h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration 2h 11m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Luxembourg to Cologne:
A coach is £17 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Luxembourg to Cologne costing on average £34.
A coach is £247 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Luxembourg to Cologne costing on average £264.
Other travel options to Cologne take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 21m.
Train takes on average 3h 46m.
Tickets start at around £34 compared to roughly £26 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-7.71. The journey takes 3h 46m versus 2h 31m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Luxembourg to Cologne trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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Bus 82110 · ICE 1091 · ICE 204 | On time 4:00 Luxembourg station | 5h05 | 9:05 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
Bus 82112 · ICE 932 · ICE 614 | On time 4:45 Luxembourg station | 5h20 | 10:05 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 5328 · ICE 13 | On time 6:16 Luxembourg station | 4h00 | 10:16 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
5329+ 9411 | 7:16 Luxembourg station | 3h59 | 11:15 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 5330 · ICE 15 | On time 8:16 Luxembourg station | 3h59 | 12:15 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
5331+ 9423 | 9:16 Luxembourg station | 3h59 | 13:15 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 5332 · ICE 315 | On time 10:16 Luxembourg station | 3h59 | 14:15 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
5333+ 9435 | 11:16 Luxembourg station | 3h58 | 15:14 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 5334 · ICE 17 | On time 12:16 Luxembourg station | 3h59 | 16:15 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
Bus 82130 · ICE 9553 · ICE 516 | On time 13:15 Luxembourg station | 4h50 | 18:05 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 5336 · ICE 317 | On time 14:16 Luxembourg station | 3h59 | 18:15 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
L32+ 10032 | 14:21 Luxembourg, Gare Centrale quai 13 | 4h18 | 18:39 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
Bus L32 · 10032 | 14:21 Luxembourg, Gare Centrale quai 13 | 4h18 | 18:39 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
Bus L32 · 4123 · ICE 28 | On time 14:21 Luxembourg, Gare Centrale quai 13 | 3h45 | 18:06 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
L32+ 4125+ 2041 | 15:11 Luxembourg, Gare Centrale quai 13 | 3h55 | 19:06 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
Bus L32 · 4125 · IC 2041 | On time 15:11 Luxembourg, Gare Centrale quai 13 | 3h55 | 19:06 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
5337+ 9459 | 15:16 Luxembourg station | 3h59 | 19:15 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
5337+ 9459 | 15:16 Luxembourg station | 3h59 | 19:15 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
Bus L32 · 4127 · ICE 26 | On time 16:11 Luxembourg, Gare Centrale quai 13 | 3h55 | 20:06 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 5338 · ICE 19 | On time 16:16 Luxembourg station | 3h59 | 20:15 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
5129+ L31+ 5643+ 4129 | 17:03 Luxembourg station | 4h03 | 21:06 Cologne Hbf | 4 changes | |
L32+ 4129+ 2349 | 17:11 Luxembourg, Gare Centrale quai 13 | 3h55 | 21:06 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
Bus L32 · 4129 · IC 2349 | On time 17:11 Luxembourg, Gare Centrale quai 13 | 3h55 | 21:06 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
5339+ 9471 | 17:16 Luxembourg station | 3h59 | 21:15 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
5339+ 9471 | 17:16 Luxembourg station | 3h59 | 21:15 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
Bus L32 · 4131 · ICE 24 | On time 18:11 Luxembourg, Gare Centrale quai 13 | 3h55 | 22:06 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 5340 · ICE 319 | On time 18:16 Luxembourg station | 3h59 | 22:15 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
5133+ L31+ 5647 · 10044 | 19:03 Luxembourg station | 4h36 | 23:39 Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
Bus 82154 · ICE 9557 · ICE 510 | On time 19:10 Luxembourg station | 5h17 | 0:27 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
L32+ 4133+ 2347 | 19:21 Luxembourg, Gare Centrale quai 13 | 3h45 | 23:06 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
L32+ 10044 | 19:21 Luxembourg, Gare Centrale quai 13 | 4h18 | 23:39 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
Bus L32 · 10044 | 19:21 Luxembourg, Gare Centrale quai 13 | 4h18 | 23:39 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
Bus L32 · 4133 · IC 2347 | On time 19:21 Luxembourg, Gare Centrale quai 13 | 3h45 | 23:06 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
82158+ 29535+ 60402 | 20:05 Luxembourg station | 9h39 | 5:44 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
Bus L32 · 4135 · ICE 22 | On time 20:26 Luxembourg, Gare Centrale quai 13 | 3h40 | 0:06 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 5343 · ICE 11 | On time 21:16 Luxembourg station | 11h00 | 8:16 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 5343 · R 5005 · 26809 | 21:16 Luxembourg station | 10h28 | 7:44 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
Bus L32 · 4137 · ICE 920 | On time 21:26 Luxembourg, Gare Centrale quai 13 | 4h39 | 2:05 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Luxembourg to Cologne run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 158 km distance in 3h 32m.
Distance 158 km |
Average train duration 3h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 32m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:56 |
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Important collection of modern and contemporary art near the cathedral, including Pop Art and post-war works. A staple for art-focused visitors.
Archaeological museum built around Roman remains, especially the Dionysus mosaic. Excellent for understanding Cologne’s Roman origins.
Major art museum with medieval painting, sculpture and applied arts. A strong choice for seeing Cologne’s artistic heritage in one place.
Historic old town lanes and squares by the Rhine, packed with colourful houses, churches and viewpoints. Ideal for a classic Cologne stroll.
Long Rhine promenade with bridge, cathedral and river views. Popular for walking, photography and watching boats pass through the city centre.
Lively square in the old town framed by historic buildings and museums. A useful base for sightseeing and one of Cologne’s best-known public spaces.
Rye bread with butter, cheese, ham or sausage, traditionally served in Cologne breweries as a simple local snack with Kölsch.
Hearty dish of black pudding with fried onions and mashed potatoes, a Rhineland classic closely associated with Cologne home cooking.
Slow-cooked horsemeat in a sweet-sour raisin sauce, a historic Rhineland speciality still served in a few traditional Cologne restaurants.
Classic Brauhaus serving Päffgen Kölsch and Rhineland favourites in a bustling, wood-panelled setting popular with locals.
Traditional brewery venue by Heumarkt with house Kölsch and dependable regional cooking in a spacious historic hall.
Long-established restaurant for refined German and Rhineland cooking, with a more formal atmosphere than a typical Brauhaus.
Moderate for Germany: hotels can be pricey in peak periods, but dining and public transport are broadly manageable for most city-break budgets.
Service is often included, but it is usual to round up or add about 5-10% in restaurants. Round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafés if service was good.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luxembourg 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.

Most Luxembourg to Cologne trains use the Luxembourg to Köln Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Use this guide to compare Luxembourg and Cologne train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Luxembourg is 1 km from Luxembourg city centre. Public transport options include:
Luxembourg has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Brasserie Schuman, Vapiano Luxembourg Gare
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Luxembourg. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Luxembourg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Luxembourg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Luxembourg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Luxembourg: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Empire, Hotel Carlton, Park Inn by Radisson Luxembourg City.
Luxembourg, Gare Centrale (quai 13) is 1 km from Luxembourg city centre. Public transport options include:
Luxembourg, Gare Centrale (quai 13) has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Luxembourg, Gare Centrale (quai 13).
ATMs are available at Luxembourg, Gare Centrale (quai 13).
Available at Luxembourg, Gare Centrale (quai 13): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Luxembourg, Gare Centrale (quai 13): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Luxembourg, Gare Centrale (quai 13).
Pfaffenthal-Kirchberg has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Pfaffenthal-Kirchberg.
ATMs are available at Pfaffenthal-Kirchberg.
Ticket office support is available at Pfaffenthal-Kirchberg.
Available at Pfaffenthal-Kirchberg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Pfaffenthal-Kirchberg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pfaffenthal-Kirchberg.
Köln Hbf is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: asiagourmet, Coffee Fellows, dean&david, Dunkin' Donuts, KFC, McDonald's, Pizza Hut, Nordsee, Starbucks, Schweinske, & more
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only. ATMs are available at Köln Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Köln Hbf. Information desks are one near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
Luggage storage is there are luggage lockers in the station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Köln Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Köln Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Hbf: Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Wyndham Koeln, Hilton Cologne, Excelsior Hotel Ernst.
Köln/Bonn Flughafen is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln/Bonn Flughafen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Café Bistro Leysieffer, Mishba, Ständige Vertretung, Kamps
Wi-Fi is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. ATMs are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Ticket office support is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Information desks are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Luggage storage is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Köln Messe/Deutz is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Messe/Deutz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Imbiss Athena, Arena Grill, Cafe Especial, Joe Champs
Wi-Fi is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. ATMs are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Ticket office support is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Information desks are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Luggage storage is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Nearby hotels include Pension Helenenwall, Zur guten Quelle, Zum Goldenen Hut, Merlin.
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