4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne to Nice
Cheapest price
€314
Average price
€366
Fastest journey
12 h 22 m
Average duration
19 h 23 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
804 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Nice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Nice will cost around €366 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €314.
It's difficult to get from Cologne to Nice without transferring at least 2 times.
EC 7 · ICE 9554+
5781S 19 · ICE 103 · ICE 9554+5781S 19 · ICE 103 · ICE 71 · ICE 9574ICE 11 · ICE 571 · ICE 9554+5781S 12 · ICE 915 · ICE 9554+5781S 19 · ICE 103 · ICE 71 · ICE 9574ICE 11 · ICE 571 · ICE 71 · ICE 9574S 11 · ICE 515 · ICE 9554+5781S 12 · ICE 915 · ICE 9554+5781EC 7 · ICE 9554+5781
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Cologne to Nice
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Nice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €56. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 16m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €56, and a train costs an average of €280.
Distance: 804 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€296 Average price | €193 Average price | €104 Average price Cheapest |
15h 6m Average total duration 14h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 16m Average total duration Fastest 2h 16m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 20h 1m Average total duration 19h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.4 - 4.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Cologne to Nice train times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Nice trains for tomorrow, Sunday, November 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 11 · ICE 571 · ICE 71 · ICE 9574 | On time 7:18 AM Cologne Hbf | 12h45 | 8:03 PM Nice-Ville | 4 transfers | |
| ICE 11 · ICE 571 · ICE 71 · ICE 9574 | On time 7:18 AM Cologne Hbf | 24h51 | 8:09 AM Nice-Ville | 4 transfers | |
| ICE 11 · ICE 571 · ICE 9554+5781 | On time 7:18 AM Cologne Hbf | 24h51 | 8:09 AM Nice-Ville | 3 transfers | |
| S 19 · ICE 103 · ICE 9554+5781 | On time 7:41 AM Cologne Hbf | 24h28 | 8:09 AM Nice-Ville | 3 transfers | |
| S 19 · ICE 103 · ICE 71 · ICE 9574 | On time 7:41 AM Cologne Hbf | 12h22 | 8:03 PM Nice-Ville | 4 transfers | |
| S 19 · ICE 103 · ICE 71 · ICE 9574 | On time 7:41 AM Cologne Hbf | 24h28 | 8:09 AM Nice-Ville | 4 transfers | |
| EC 7 · ICE 9554+5781 | On time 7:53 AM Cologne Hbf | 24h16 | 8:09 AM Nice-Ville | 2 transfers | |
| S 12 · ICE 915 · ICE 9554+5781 | On time 8:01 AM Cologne Hbf | 24h08 | 8:09 AM Nice-Ville | 3 transfers | |
| S 11 · ICE 515 · ICE 9554+5781 | On time 8:47 AM Cologne Hbf | 23h22 | 8:09 AM Nice-Ville | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne to Nice
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Trains from Cologne to Nice run on average 2 times per day, taking around 14h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €280 but you can travel from only €50 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 03:21, the last at 22:45. The fastest train covers the 804 km distance in 10h 55m.
Distance 804 km |
Average train duration 14h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price €280 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 10h 55m |
First train 03:21 |
Last train 22:45 |
Train companies: TGV INOUI, SNCF Intercités de nuit , Eurostar, Deutsche Bahn from Cologne to Nice trainsTGV INOUI, SNCF Intercités de nuit , Eurostar, Deutsche Bahn trains will get you between Cologne and Nice from €50. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Eurostar
Deutsche Bahn
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.
SNCF Intercités de nuit
FAQs: Trains from Cologne to Nice
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Nice 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 Nice, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
When departing from Cologne, you have various train station options to start your route from including Cologne Hbf, Cologne Messe/Deutz and Cologne/Bonn Flughafen. When arriving in Nice, you can end your journey in train stations like Nice-Ville, Nice Saint-Augustin and Nice-Riquier.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Cologne Hbf, which is located around 1.6 miles (2.5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Nice-Ville, located 0.9 miles (1.5 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cologne to Nice
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only.
- There are luggage lockers in the station.
- asiagourmet
- Coffee Fellows
- dean&david
- Dunkin' Donuts
- KFC
- McDonald's
- Pizza Hut
- Nordsee
- Starbucks
- Schweinske
- & more
- Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Wyndham Koeln
- Hilton Cologne
- Excelsior Hotel Ernst
- One near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
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