The cheapest and fastest trains from Nice to Cologne
Cheapest price
£333
Average price
£333
Fastest journey
21 h 17 m
Average duration
21 h 17 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
297 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nice to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nice to Cologne will cost around £333 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £333.
To travel from Nice to Cologne you need to make at least 2 changes.


Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Nice to Cologne
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Nice to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £41. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £41, and a train costs an average of £312.
Distance: 297 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£331 Average Price | £230 Average Price | £43 Average Price Cheapest |
14h 33m Average total duration 14h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 50m Average total duration Fastest 6h 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 28m Average total duration 6h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare prices and tickets Nice to Cologne by train, coach or flight
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Why should you book Nice to Cologne trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs SNCF?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for SNCF, but also compare tickets for the likes of TGV INOUI to find the best option for your trip from Nice to Cologne.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare SNCF with all available travel options, which are train, bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Nice to Cologne.
Why book with Omio over Raileurope, Trip or Rome2rio?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Nice to Cologne.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Nice to Cologne
Trains from Nice to Cologne run on average 3 times per day, taking around 14h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £312 but you can travel from only £41 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 15:40. The fastest train covers the 297 km distance in 11h 25m.
Distance 297 km |
Average train duration 14h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £312 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 11h 25m |
First train 00:20 |
Last train 15:40 |
Train companies: SNCF, TGV INOUI from Nice to Cologne trainsSNCF, TGV INOUI trains will get you between Nice and Cologne from £41. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
TGV INOUI
SNCF
FAQs: Nice to Cologne train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nice 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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