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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne to Lübeck
Cheapest price on Oct 16
€137
Average ticket price on Oct 16
€154
Fastest journey on Oct 16
5 h 7 m
Average journey duration on Oct 16
5 h 17 m
Trains on Oct 16
7
Distance
413 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Lübeck is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Lübeck will cost around €154 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €137.
It's difficult to get from Cologne to Lübeck without transferring at least once.
ICE 553 · ICE 686+
211146:45 AM5h07Cologne Hbf11:52 AMLübeck Hbf€1371One-way2 transfers- ICE 206 · Bus RE 8X · 114167:11 AM5h41Cologne Hbf12:52 PMLübeck Hbf€1391One-way2 transfers
- ICE 204 · Bus RE 8X · 114209:11 AM5h41Cologne Hbf2:52 PMLübeck Hbf€1391One-way2 transfers
- ICE 202 · Bus RE 8X · 1142411:11 AM5h41Cologne Hbf4:52 PMLübeck Hbf€1391One-way2 transfers
- ICE 555 · ICE 684+211188:44 AM5h08Cologne Hbf1:52 PMLübeck Hbf€1531One-way2 transfers
- ICE 553 · ICE 686+211146:45 AM5h07Cologne Hbf11:52 AMLübeck Hbf€1371One-way2 transfers
- ICE 557 · ICE 682+2112210:44 AM5h08Cologne Hbf3:52 PMLübeck Hbf€1651One-way2 transfers
- ICE 555 · ICE 684+211188:44 AM5h08Cologne Hbf1:52 PMLübeck Hbf€1531One-way2 transfers
- ICE 1120 · Bus RE 8X12:01 PM5h20Cologne Hbf5:21 PMLübeck€2011One-way1 transfer
- ICE 206 · Bus RE 8X · 114167:11 AM5h41Cologne Hbf12:52 PMLübeck Hbf€1391One-way2 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne to Lübeck
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Trains from Cologne to Lübeck run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €28 but you can travel from only €27 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:09, the last at 23:27. The fastest train covers the 413 km distance in 4h 21m.
Distance 413 km |
Average train duration 4h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price €28 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 21m |
First train 12:09 AM |
Last train 11:27 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 14 days |
Live departures
Cologne to Lübeck train times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Lübeck trains for tomorrow, Friday, October 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 553 · ICE 686+21114 | On time 6:45 AM Cologne Hbf | 5h07 | 11:52 AM Lübeck Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 206 · Bus RE 8X · 11416 | On time 7:11 AM Cologne Hbf | 5h41 | 12:52 PM Lübeck Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 555 · ICE 684+21118 | On time 8:44 AM Cologne Hbf | 5h08 | 1:52 PM Lübeck Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 204 · Bus RE 8X · 11420 | On time 9:11 AM Cologne Hbf | 5h41 | 2:52 PM Lübeck Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 557 · ICE 682+21122 | On time 10:44 AM Cologne Hbf | 5h08 | 3:52 PM Lübeck Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 202 · Bus RE 8X · 11424 | On time 11:11 AM Cologne Hbf | 5h41 | 4:52 PM Lübeck Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 1120 · Bus RE 8X | On time 12:01 PM Cologne Hbf | 5h20 | 5:21 PM Lübeck | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
FAQs: Trains from Cologne to Lübeck
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Lübeck 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 Lübeck, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cologne to Lübeck
Most Cologne to Lübeck trains use the Köln Hbf to Lübeck Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Lübeck-Travemünde Strand. Use this guide to compare Cologne and Lübeck train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Cologne station do trains to Lübeck leave from?
Getting to Köln Hbf from Cologne city centre
Köln Hbf is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Hbf train station facilities and services
Köln Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: asiagourmet, Coffee Fellows, dean&david, Dunkin' Donuts, KFC, McDonald's, Pizza Hut, Nordsee, Starbucks, Schweinske, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only. ATMs are available at Köln Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln Hbf. Information desks are one near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is there are luggage lockers in the station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Hbf: Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Wyndham Koeln, Hilton Cologne, Excelsior Hotel Ernst.
Getting to Köln Messe/Deutz from Cologne city centre
Köln Messe/Deutz is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Messe/Deutz train station facilities and services
Köln Messe/Deutz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Imbiss Athena, Arena Grill, Cafe Especial, Joe Champs
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. ATMs are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Information desks are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pension Helenenwall, Zur guten Quelle, Zum Goldenen Hut, Merlin.
Getting to Köln/Bonn Flughafen from Cologne city centre
Köln/Bonn Flughafen is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln/Bonn Flughafen train station facilities and services
Köln/Bonn Flughafen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café Bistro Leysieffer, Mishba, Ständige Vertretung, Kamps
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. ATMs are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Information desks are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Which Lübeck station do trains from Cologne arrive at?
Getting to Lübeck Hbf from Lübeck city centre
Lübeck Hbf is 1 km from Lübeck city centre. Public transport options include:
Lübeck Hbf train station facilities and services
Lübeck Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: MyWaffel, McDonald's, Cafe Maret, Café Brazil
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Lübeck Hbf. ATMs are available at Lübeck Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lübeck Hbf. Information desks are available at Lübeck Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Lübeck Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lübeck Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lübeck Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lübeck Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include LIHO, Mercure, Hotel Stadt Lübeck, Hotel an der Marienkirche.
Getting to Lübeck-Travemünde Strand from Lübeck city centre
Lübeck-Travemünde Strand is 16 km from Lübeck city centre. Public transport options include:
Lübeck-Travemünde Strand train station facilities and services
Lübeck-Travemünde Strand has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: TEATIME, Café Marleen, Strandoase, Ostsee Lounge
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Lübeck-Travemünde Strand. ATMs are available at Lübeck-Travemünde Strand.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lübeck-Travemünde Strand. Information desks are available at Lübeck-Travemünde Strand.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Lübeck-Travemünde Strand. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lübeck-Travemünde Strand: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lübeck-Travemünde Strand: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lübeck-Travemünde Strand.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Grand SPA Resort A-ROSA Travemünde, Atlantic Grand Hotel Travemünde, Seeschlößchen, Deutscher Kaiser.
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