The cheapest and fastest trains from Lyon Part Dieu to Cologne Hbf
Cheapest price
£65
Average price
£156
Fastest journey
6 h 23 m
Average duration
6 h 42 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
597 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lyon Part Dieu to Cologne Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon Part Dieu to Cologne Hbf will cost around £156 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £65.
Of the 2 trains that leave Lyon Part Dieu for Cologne Hbf every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 597 km distance in an average of 6 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 23 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 1 m 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 train, coach and flight for Lyon Part Dieu to Cologne Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lyon Part Dieu to Cologne Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £28, and a flight costs an average of £150.
Distance: 597 km
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Live departures
Lyon Part Dieu to Cologne Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Lyon Part Dieu to Cologne Hbf trains for today, Tuesday 2 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
TGV 9583+ ICE 12 | On time 09:04 Lyon Part Dieu | 7h29 | 16:33 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lyon Part Dieu to Cologne Hbf
Trains from Lyon Part Dieu to Cologne Hbf run on average 3 times per day, taking around 6h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £67 but you can travel from only £28 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 11:08. The fastest train covers the 597 km distance in 6h 15m.
Distance 597 km |
Average train duration 6h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £67 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 6h 15m |
First train 05:00 |
Last train 11:08 |
Train companies: TGV, TGV INOUI from Lyon Part Dieu to Cologne Hbf trainsTGV, TGV INOUI trains will get you between Lyon Part Dieu and Cologne Hbf from £28. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Lyon Part Dieu to Cologne Hbf train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon Part Dieu to Cologne Hbf 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 Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lyon Part Dieu and Cologne Hbf
- Mon - Wed: 05:00 - 20:45
- Thu - Sat: 05:00 - 21:45
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:45
- Free unlimited WiFi.
- Luggage lockers are available daily from 06:15 to 23:15. They are located near the station's reception desk.
- Alto Café
- Paul
- Paul The Café
- Starbucks
- Exki
- Sushi Shop
- Carrefour
- Complimentary personalized care is available.
- Radisson Blu Hotel Lyon
- Mercure Lyon Center
- ibis Styles Lyon Center
- Mon - Wed: 05:00 - 20:45
- Thu - Sat: 05:00 - 21:45
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:45
- Located in the station's main hall.
- Metro lines: A, B, C, D
- Tram lines: T4, K240, T3, K100
- Bus lines: 2960, C2, C3, C6, C9
- Train lines: TGV, TGV Lyria, TGV INOUI, OUIGO, TER, Intercités, Eurostar, AVE
- 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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