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Compare 3 ways to go from Cologne to Lyon

Average PriceUS$43 - US$218Average Duration15h 30m
15kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Average PriceUS$331 - US$396Average Duration6h 14m
14kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
FastestMost eco-friendly
Carpool
Average PriceUS$37 - US$83Average Duration7h 50m
25kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Cologne to Lyon

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Lyon. The journey takes about 7 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$37, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
7h 50mAverage Duration
US$37Cheapest ticket
25kgCO₂ emissions

Train Cologne to Lyon: Trip Overview

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Average Ticket PriceUS$357
Average train trip duration6h 14m
Number of daily trains4
Earliest train departure6:44am
Distance597 km
Latest train departure4:44pm

Cologne to Lyon Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Cologne - Lyon

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Lyon cost?

    The average train ticket price from Cologne to Lyon is US$357. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Cologne to Lyon is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the trip from Cologne to Lyon?

    A train trip between Cologne and Lyon is around 6h 14m, although the fastest train will take about 6h 12m. This is the time it takes to travel the 598 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily trains are there between Cologne and Lyon?

    The number of trains from Cologne to Lyon can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Cologne to Lyon by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Cologne to Lyon?

    Trains travelling between Cologne and Lyon leave from Hbf or Cologne/Bonn Airport and arrive at Lyon Part-Dieu, Perrache, Lyon Airport.

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Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Lyon you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

By choosing the train between Cologne and Lyon, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Cologne to Lyon, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date.

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while travelling more than 17,000 km.

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one travelling between the city and the suburbs.

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