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What is the best way to travel from Lübeck to Cologne?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Flights and Trains for the journey to Cologne from Lübeck. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 1 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Train is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Train
5h 39m
$33
$36
36
Flight
5h 45m
$55
$231
10

What is the cheapest way to reach Cologne from Lübeck?

You can get to Cologne with just $33 by taking a Train from Deutsche Bahn, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
from $90
Saturday
from $33
Sunday
from $150
Monday
from $33
Tuesday
from $609

    Cheapest Flights Friday

  • Ryanair
    19h 10m
    0
    4:10 PM
    Lubeck Airport
    Lubeck Airport
    11:20 AM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $90
  • Ryanair
    7h 45m
    0
    5:30 PM
    Lubeck Airport
    Lubeck Airport
    1:15 AM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $110
  • Ryanair
    7h 35m
    0
    5:30 PM
    Lubeck Airport
    Lubeck Airport
    1:05 AM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $144
  • Skyscanner
    13h 50m
    0
    5:55 PM
    Lubeck Airport
    Lubeck Airport
    7:45 AM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from $311

    Cheapest Trains Saturday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 40m
    0
    6:09 PM
    Lübeck
    Central Station
    11:49 PM
    Cologne
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $33
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 39m
    0
    7:09 PM
    Lübeck
    Central Station
    12:48 AM
    Cologne
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $33
  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 21m
    0
    9:09 PM
    Lübeck
    Central Station
    3:30 AM
    Cologne
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $33
  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 39m
    0
    2:09 AM
    Lübeck
    Central Station
    8:48 AM
    Cologne
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $44

    Cheapest Flights Sunday

  • Lauda Europe
    23h 45m
    0
    9:15 AM
    Lubeck Airport
    Lubeck Airport
    9:00 AM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Lauda Europe
    Economy
    from $150
  • Lauda Europe
    15h 15m
    0
    9:15 AM
    Lubeck Airport
    Lubeck Airport
    12:30 AM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Lauda Europe
    Economy
    from $187
  • Ryanair
    27h 10m
    0
    9:40 AM
    Lubeck Airport
    Lubeck Airport
    12:50 PM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $191
  • Ryanair
    15h 25m
    0
    9:40 AM
    Lubeck Airport
    Lubeck Airport
    1:05 AM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $217
  • Skyscanner
    25h 45m
    0
    5:45 PM
    Lubeck Airport
    Lubeck Airport
    7:30 PM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from $379

    Cheapest Trains Monday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 58m
    0
    7:09 PM
    Lübeck
    Central Station
    2:07 AM
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $33
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 51m
    0
    6:09 PM
    Lübeck
    Central Station
    12:00 AM
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $37
  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 43m
    0
    9:09 PM
    Lübeck
    Central Station
    3:52 AM
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $37
  • Cheapest Flights Monday

  • Ryanair
    26h 0m
    0
    4:20 PM
    Lubeck Airport
    Lubeck Airport
    6:20 PM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $55
  • Ryanair
    19h 0m
    0
    4:20 PM
    Lubeck Airport
    Lubeck Airport
    11:20 AM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $57
  • Ryanair
    7h 0m
    0
    4:20 PM
    Lubeck Airport
    Lubeck Airport
    11:20 PM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $84

    Cheapest Flights Tuesday

  • Danish Air Transport
    5h 45m
    0
    11:35 AM
    Lubeck Airport
    Lubeck Airport
    5:20 PM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Danish Air Transport
    Economy
    from $609
  • Danish Air Transport
    6h 20m
    0
    11:35 AM
    Lubeck Airport
    Lubeck Airport
    5:55 PM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Danish Air Transport
    Economy
    from $651

What are the fastest trips from Lübeck to Cologne?

You can get to Cologne from Lübeck in just 5h 39m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
from 7h 35m
Saturday
from 5h 39m
Sunday
from 15h 15m
Monday
from 5h 51m
Tuesday
from 5h 45m

    Fastest Flights Friday

  • Ryanair
    7h 35m
    0
    5:30 PM
    Lubeck Airport
    Lubeck Airport
    1:05 AM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $144
  • Ryanair
    7h 45m
    0
    5:30 PM
    Lubeck Airport
    Lubeck Airport
    1:15 AM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $110
  • Skyscanner
    13h 50m
    0
    5:55 PM
    Lubeck Airport
    Lubeck Airport
    7:45 AM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from $311
  • Ryanair
    19h 10m
    0
    4:10 PM
    Lubeck Airport
    Lubeck Airport
    11:20 AM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $90

    Fastest Trains Saturday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 39m
    0
    7:09 PM
    Lübeck
    Central Station
    12:48 AM
    Cologne
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $33
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 40m
    0
    6:09 PM
    Lübeck
    Central Station
    11:49 PM
    Cologne
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $33
  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 21m
    0
    9:09 PM
    Lübeck
    Central Station
    3:30 AM
    Cologne
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $33
  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 39m
    0
    2:09 AM
    Lübeck
    Central Station
    8:48 AM
    Cologne
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $44

    Fastest Flights Sunday

  • Lauda Europe
    15h 15m
    0
    9:15 AM
    Lubeck Airport
    Lubeck Airport
    12:30 AM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Lauda Europe
    Economy
    from $187
  • Ryanair
    15h 25m
    0
    9:40 AM
    Lubeck Airport
    Lubeck Airport
    1:05 AM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $217
  • Lauda Europe
    23h 45m
    0
    9:15 AM
    Lubeck Airport
    Lubeck Airport
    9:00 AM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Lauda Europe
    Economy
    from $150
  • Skyscanner
    25h 45m
    0
    5:45 PM
    Lubeck Airport
    Lubeck Airport
    7:30 PM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from $379
  • Ryanair
    27h 10m
    0
    9:40 AM
    Lubeck Airport
    Lubeck Airport
    12:50 PM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $191

    Fastest Trains Monday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 51m
    0
    6:09 PM
    Lübeck
    Central Station
    12:00 AM
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $37
  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 43m
    0
    9:09 PM
    Lübeck
    Central Station
    3:52 AM
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $37
  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 58m
    0
    7:09 PM
    Lübeck
    Central Station
    2:07 AM
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from $33
  • Fastest Flights Monday

  • Ryanair
    7h 0m
    0
    4:20 PM
    Lubeck Airport
    Lubeck Airport
    11:20 PM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $84
  • Ryanair
    19h 0m
    0
    4:20 PM
    Lubeck Airport
    Lubeck Airport
    11:20 AM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $57
  • Ryanair
    26h 0m
    0
    4:20 PM
    Lubeck Airport
    Lubeck Airport
    6:20 PM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $55

    Fastest Flights Tuesday

  • Danish Air Transport
    5h 45m
    0
    11:35 AM
    Lubeck Airport
    Lubeck Airport
    5:20 PM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Danish Air Transport
    Economy
    from $609
  • Danish Air Transport
    6h 20m
    0
    11:35 AM
    Lubeck Airport
    Lubeck Airport
    5:55 PM
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Danish Air Transport
    Economy
    from $651
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Lübeck to Cologne

What are the most popular stations in Lübeck and Cologne?

In Lübeck, you will usually depart from Dänischburg IKEA Train Station, Central Station or Central Bus Station, while in Cologne you will be arriving at Messe/Deutz Train Station, Central Bus Station or Central Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Cologne from Lübeck? With 4 connections between 1 Flight and Train operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Lübeck and Cologne, you can pay as low as $33 with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from Deutsche Bahn: you will get to Cologne in just 5h 39m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Lübeck and Cologne are Deutsche Bahn, Ryanair and Skyscanner, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Lübeck and Cologne is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Stockelsdorf or to Huerth, and look at flights from Lubeck Airport, and landing at Dusseldorf Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Lübeck to Cologne?

The most popular companies between Lübeck and Cologne, are Deutsche Bahn, Ryanair and Skyscanner. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn

Airlines: Ryanair, Skyscanner, Lauda Europe and 1 more.

All you need to know when you travel from Lübeck to Cologne

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Lübeck to Cologne. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Lübeck to Cologne

How can I reach Cologne from Lübeck?

Every day, there are on average 4 connections between Flight and Train, with which you can get to Cologne from Lübeck.

How far is Cologne from Lübeck?

The distance between Lübeck and Cologne is 256.1 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Lübeck and Cologne?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 11 kgs of CO2, a train 14 kgs, a car 70 kgs, and a flight 101 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Lübeck to Cologne?

You can get to Cologne with just $33 by taking a Train from Deutsche Bahn.

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

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Cologne in just 5h 39m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.

More routes to Lübeck and to Cologne

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Lübeck and to Cologne. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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