What is the cheapest way to get from Gare de Lyon to Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Gare de Lyon to Cologne is to bus which costs €45 - €85 and takes 7h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gare de Lyon to Cologne?

The fastest way to get from Gare de Lyon to Cologne is to drive which takes 4h 32m and costs €75 - €110.

Is there a direct bus between Gare de Lyon and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Gare de Lyon to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) and arriving at Cologne Airport CGN via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Gare de Lyon and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Gare de Lyon to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Paris Nord and arriving at Koeln Hbf via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

How far is it from Gare de Lyon to Cologne?

The distance between Gare de Lyon and Cologne is 534 km. The road distance is 483.2 km.

How do I travel from Gare de Lyon to Cologne without a car?

The best way to get from Gare de Lyon to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 4h 55m and costs €160 - €280.

How long does it take to get from Gare de Lyon to Cologne?

It takes approximately 4h 55m to get from Gare de Lyon to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gare de Lyon to Cologne bus from?

Gare de Lyon to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) station.

Where do I catch the Gare de Lyon to Cologne train from?

Gare de Lyon to Cologne train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Paris Nord station.

Train, bus or fly from Gare de Lyon to Cologne?

The best way to get from Gare de Lyon to Cologne is to train which takes 4h 55m and costs €160 - €280. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €45 - €85 and takes 7h 22m, you could also fly, which costs €130 - €310 and takes 6h 41m.

Where does the Gare de Lyon to Cologne bus arrive?

Gare de Lyon to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Cologne Airport CGN station.

Where does the Gare de Lyon to Cologne train arrive?

Gare de Lyon to Cologne train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Koeln Hbf station.

Can I drive from Gare de Lyon to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Gare de Lyon to Cologne is 483 km. It takes approximately 4h 32m to drive from Gare de Lyon to Cologne.

How do I get a bus ticket from Gare de Lyon to Cologne?

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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Gare de Lyon to Cologne - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Gare de Lyon to Cologne by train (Eurostar), bus, car, plane, or train

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Train (Eurostar)
best
1. Take the train from Paris Nord to Koeln Hbftrain Thalys
4h 55m
€160–280
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) to Cologne Airport CGNbus N74 / ...
7h 22m
€45–82
Drive 483.2 km
1. Drive from Gare de Lyon to Colognecar 483.2 km
4h 32m
€75–109
Fly to Düsseldorf International Airport, train
1. Fly from Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane CDG - DUS
2. Take the train from Düsseldorf Hbf to Köln Hbftrain
4h 48m
€138–345
Train via Paris Gare De Lyon
1. Take the train from Paris Nord to Köln Hbftrain Tha
5h 1m
€91–182
Fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Fly from Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane CDG - CGN
6h 41m
€134–308
Fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Fly from Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane CDG - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain
5h 10m
€107–356
Fly to Brussels Airport, train
1. Fly from Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Brussels Airport (BRU)plane CDG - BRU
2. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to Koeln Hbftrain
6h 23m
€164–470

Gare de Lyon to Cologne by bus and train (Eurostar)

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Distance: 533.6 km
Duration: 4h 55m

What companies run services between Gare de Lyon, France and Cologne, Germany?

Eurostar operates a train from Paris Nord to Koeln Hbf every 2 hours. Tickets cost €160–280 and the journey takes 3h 26m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) to Cologne Airport CGN twice daily. Tickets cost €40–70 and the journey takes 6h 40m.

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