What is the cheapest way to get from Cologne to Lübeck?

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Lübeck is to train via Cologne Central Station which costs €35 - €55 and takes 5h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cologne to Lübeck?

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Lübeck is to drive which takes 4h 10m and costs €65 - €110.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Lübeck?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Lübeck. However, there are services departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Lübeck Hbf via Hamburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 6m.

How far is it from Cologne to Lübeck?

The distance between Cologne and Lübeck is 498 km. The road distance is 479 km.

How do I travel from Cologne to Lübeck without a car?

The best way to get from Cologne to Lübeck without a car is to train which takes 5h 6m and costs €85 - €170.

How long does it take to get from Cologne to Lübeck?

It takes approximately 5h 6m to get from Cologne to Lübeck, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Lübeck train from?

Cologne to Lübeck train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Hbf station.

Where does the Cologne to Lübeck train arrive?

Cologne to Lübeck train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Hamburg Hbf station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Lübeck?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Lübeck is 479 km. It takes approximately 4h 10m to drive from Cologne to Lübeck.

How do I get a train ticket from Cologne to Lübeck?

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Where can I stay near Lübeck?

There are 5630+ hotels available in Lübeck.

Cologne to Lübeck - 6 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Cologne to Lübeck by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Hamburg Hbftrain 43 / ...
2. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Lübeck Hbftrain Re8 / ...
5h 6m
€85–163
Train via Cologne Central Station
cheapest
1. Take the train from Cologne Central Station to Hamburg Central Stationtrain Flx20
2. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Lübeck Hbftrain Re8 / ...
5h 8m
€37–52
Drive 479 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Lübeckcar 479 km
4h 10m
€70–101
Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport, train
1. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Hamburg Airport (HAM)plane DUS - HAM
2. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Lübeck Hbftrain
4h 14m
€90–246
Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport, train
1. Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Hamburg Airport (HAM)plane CGN - HAM
2. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Lübeck Hbftrain
5h 58m
€148–667
Train to Frankfurt, fly, train
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Hamburg Airport (HAM)plane FRA - HAM
3. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Lübeck Hbftrain
4h 33m
€118–261

Cologne to Lübeck by train

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5h 6mAverage Duration

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Distance: 498.1 km
Duration: 5h 6m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Lübeck, Germany?

You can take a train from Köln Hbf to Lübeck Hbf via Hamburg Hbf in around 5h 6m.

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