The cheapest and fastest trains from Neuchâtel to Cologne
Cheapest price
£110
Average price
£129
Fastest journey
5 h 43 m
Average duration
5 h 43 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
438 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Neuchâtel to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Neuchâtel to Cologne will cost around £129 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £110.
To travel from Neuchâtel to Cologne you need to make at least 2 changes.
23:5311h12Neuchâtel11:05Cologne£1101One-way2 changes
6:536h12Neuchâtel13:05Cologne£1171One-way1 change
8:536h12Neuchâtel15:05Cologne£1171One-way1 change
10:536h12Neuchâtel17:05Cologne£1171One-way1 change
12:536h12Neuchâtel19:05Cologne£1171One-way1 change
7:225h43Neuchâtel13:05Cologne£1511One-way2 changes
9:225h43Neuchâtel15:05Cologne£1511One-way2 changes
11:225h43Neuchâtel17:05Cologne£1251One-way2 changes
13:225h43Neuchâtel19:05Cologne£1511One-way2 changes
15:225h43Neuchâtel21:05Cologne£1511One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, flight and coach for Neuchâtel to Cologne
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Neuchâtel to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £53. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £53, and a train costs an average of £329.
Distance: 438 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£329 Average Price | £123 Average Price | £61 Average Price Cheapest |
9h 26m Average total duration 8h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 7m Average total duration Fastest 1h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 20h 50m Average total duration 20h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Neuchâtel to Cologne train times
The table below shows live departures for Neuchâtel to Cologne trains for today, Wednesday 13 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:53 Neuchâtel | 6h12 | 13:05 Cologne | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:22 Neuchâtel | 5h43 | 13:05 Cologne | 2 changes | |
![]() | 8:53 Neuchâtel | 6h12 | 15:05 Cologne | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:22 Neuchâtel | 5h43 | 15:05 Cologne | 2 changes | |
![]() | 10:53 Neuchâtel | 6h12 | 17:05 Cologne | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Neuchâtel to Cologne
Trains from Neuchâtel to Cologne run on average 12 times per day, taking around 8h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £329 but you can travel from only £53 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 21:54. The fastest train covers the 438 km distance in 8h 56m.
Distance 438 km |
Average train duration 8h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £329 |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 8h 56m |
First train 0:04 |
Last train 21:54 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Neuchâtel to Cologne trainsSwiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Neuchâtel and Cologne from £53. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Neuchâtel to Cologne train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Neuchâtel 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 Neuchâtel and Cologne
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Rue de la Gare.
- Restaurant Le Jura
- Brasserie Le Cardinal
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Alpes et Lac
- Beau-Rivage Hotel
- Hotel Touring au Lac
- Located in the main hall
- 930 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to regional and international destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 215
- 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.
- Monday: 06:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 17:00
- Sunday: 10:00 - 18:00
- Imbiss Athena
- Arena Grill
- Cafe Especial
- Joe Champs
- Pension Helenenwall
- Zur guten Quelle
- Zum Goldenen Hut
- Merlin
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