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

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Flights and Trains to Cologne from Lucerne. Look at different modes of transportation, search 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, while Flight is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Train
6h 0m
£49
£66
24
Flight
1h 5m
£60
£139
73

What is the cheapest way to reach Cologne from Lucerne?

You can reach Cologne with just £49 by taking a Train from Deutsche Bahn, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Monday
from £66
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
from £69
Saturday
from £49
Sunday
from £60

    Cheapest Trains Monday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 0m
    0
    11:05
    Lucerne
    Central Station
    17:05
    Cologne
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £66
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 1m
    0
    11:05
    Lucerne
    Central Station
    18:06
    Cologne
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £66
  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 0m
    0
    14:05
    Lucerne
    Central Station
    20:05
    Cologne
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £66
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 1m
    0
    14:05
    Lucerne
    Central Station
    21:06
    Cologne
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £66
  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 0m
    0
    08:05
    Lucerne
    Central Station
    14:05
    Cologne
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £69
  • Cheapest Flights Monday

  • Eurowings
    1h 5m
    0
    08:05
    Zurich Airport
    Aeropuerto Zurich Airport Central Station
    09:10
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station
    0
    Eurowings
    Economy
    from £69
  • Eurowings
    1h 15m
    0
    15:40
    Zurich Airport
    Aeropuerto Zurich Airport Central Station
    16:55
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Airport Terminal
    0
    Eurowings
    Economy
    from £78
  • Eurowings
    1h 5m
    0
    16:00
    Zurich Airport
    Aeropuerto Zurich Airport Central Station
    17:05
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station
    0
    Eurowings
    Economy
    from £86
  • Eurowings
    1h 15m
    0
    19:45
    Zurich Airport
    Aeropuerto Zurich Airport Central Station
    21:00
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Airport Terminal
    0
    Eurowings
    Economy
    from £95
  • Swiss International Air Lines
    1h 15m
    0
    17:25
    Zurich Airport
    Aeropuerto Zurich Airport Central Station
    18:40
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Airport Terminal
    0
    Swiss International Air Lines
    Economy
    from £115
  • Swiss International Air Lines
    1h 15m
    0
    17:25
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    18:40
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Swiss International Air Lines
    Economy
    from £115

    Cheapest Trains Friday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 9m
    0
    11:05
    Lucerne
    Central Station
    17:14
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £69
  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 24m
    0
    14:05
    Lucerne
    Central Station
    20:29
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £69
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 18m
    0
    14:05
    Lucerne
    Central Station
    21:23
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £72
  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 17m
    0
    17:05
    Lucerne
    Central Station
    23:22
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £72
  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 9m
    0
    06:05
    Lucerne
    Central Station
    12:14
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £76
  • Cheapest Flights Friday

  • Eurowings
    1h 5m
    0
    08:05
    Zurich Airport
    Aeropuerto Zurich Airport Central Station
    09:10
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station
    0
    Eurowings
    Economy
    from £86
  • Air Serbia
    12h 5m
    0
    20:40
    Zurich Airport
    Aeropuerto Zurich Airport Central Station
    08:45
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Airport Terminal
    0
    Air Serbia
    Economy
    from £104
  • Eurowings
    1h 5m
    0
    19:50
    Zurich Airport
    Aeropuerto Zurich Airport Central Station
    20:55
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station
    0
    Eurowings
    Economy
    from £104
  • Swiss International Air Lines
    1h 15m
    0
    17:05
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    18:20
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Swiss International Air Lines
    Economy
    from £115
  • Eurowings
    1h 5m
    0
    16:00
    Zurich Airport
    Aeropuerto Zurich Airport Central Station
    17:05
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station
    0
    Eurowings
    Economy
    from £125
  • Swiss International Air Lines
    1h 15m
    0
    17:05
    Zurich Airport
    Aeropuerto Zurich Airport Central Station
    18:20
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Airport Terminal
    0
    Swiss International Air Lines
    Economy
    from £127

    Cheapest Trains Saturday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    13h 43m
    0
    23:50
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    13:33
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £49
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 1m
    0
    14:05
    Lucerne
    Central Station
    21:06
    Cologne
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £52
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 0m
    0
    08:05
    Lucerne
    Central Station
    15:05
    Cologne
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £66
  • Cheapest Flights Saturday

  • Eurowings
    1h 5m
    0
    08:50
    Zurich Airport
    Aeropuerto Zurich Airport Central Station
    09:55
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station
    0
    Eurowings
    Economy
    from £86
  • Swiss International Air Lines
    1h 15m
    0
    17:05
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    18:20
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Swiss International Air Lines
    Economy
    from £111
  • Eurowings
    1h 15m
    0
    08:40
    Zurich Airport
    Aeropuerto Zurich Airport Central Station
    09:55
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Airport Terminal
    0
    Eurowings
    Economy
    from £112
  • Swiss International Air Lines
    1h 15m
    0
    17:05
    Zurich Airport
    Aeropuerto Zurich Airport Central Station
    18:20
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Airport Terminal
    0
    Swiss International Air Lines
    Economy
    from £115
  • Swiss International Air Lines
    1h 20m
    0
    07:25
    Zurich Airport
    Aeropuerto Zurich Airport Central Station
    08:45
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Airport Terminal
    0
    Swiss International Air Lines
    Economy
    from £135
  • Vueling Airlines
    15h 30m
    0
    21:25
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    12:55
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Vueling Airlines
    Economy
    from £135

    Cheapest Flights Sunday

  • Eurowings
    1h 5m
    0
    20:30
    Zurich Airport
    Aeropuerto Zurich Airport Central Station
    21:35
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station
    0
    Eurowings
    Economy
    from £60
  • EasyJet Airline
    26h 0m
    0
    20:55
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    22:55
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £72
  • Eurowings
    1h 15m
    0
    19:45
    Zurich Airport
    Aeropuerto Zurich Airport Central Station
    21:00
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Airport Terminal
    0
    Eurowings
    Economy
    from £74
  • Eurowings
    1h 15m
    0
    15:40
    Zurich Airport
    Aeropuerto Zurich Airport Central Station
    16:55
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Airport Terminal
    0
    Eurowings
    Economy
    from £78
  • Swiss International Air Lines
    1h 20m
    0
    07:25
    Zurich Airport
    Aeropuerto Zurich Airport Central Station
    08:45
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Airport Terminal
    0
    Swiss International Air Lines
    Economy
    from £114
  • Swiss International Air Lines
    1h 15m
    0
    17:05
    Zurich Airport
    Aeropuerto Zurich Airport Central Station
    18:20
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Airport Terminal
    0
    Swiss International Air Lines
    Economy
    from £162

What are the fastest trips from Lucerne to Cologne?

You can get to Cologne from Lucerne in just 1h 5m with a Flight from Eurowings. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Monday
from 1h 5m
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
from 1h 5m
Saturday
from 1h 5m
Sunday
from 1h 5m

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • Eurowings
    1h 5m
    0
    08:05
    Zurich Airport
    Aeropuerto Zurich Airport Central Station
    09:10
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station
    0
    Eurowings
    Economy
    from £69
  • Eurowings
    1h 5m
    0
    16:00
    Zurich Airport
    Aeropuerto Zurich Airport Central Station
    17:05
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station
    0
    Eurowings
    Economy
    from £86
  • Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    1h 5m
    0
    08:05
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    09:10
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Bringer Air Cargo Taxi Aereo
    Economy
    from £193
  • Swiss International Air Lines
    1h 5m
    0
    08:05
    Zurich Airport
    Aeropuerto Zurich Airport Central Station
    09:10
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station
    0
    Swiss International Air Lines
    Economy
    from £207
  • Swiss International Air Lines
    1h 5m
    0
    16:00
    Zurich Airport
    Aeropuerto Zurich Airport Central Station
    17:05
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station
    0
    Swiss International Air Lines
    Economy
    from £237
  • Eurowings
    1h 15m
    0
    15:40
    Zurich Airport
    Aeropuerto Zurich Airport Central Station
    16:55
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Airport Terminal
    0
    Eurowings
    Economy
    from £78
  • Fastest Trains Monday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 0m
    0
    11:05
    Lucerne
    Central Station
    17:05
    Cologne
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £66
  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 0m
    0
    14:05
    Lucerne
    Central Station
    20:05
    Cologne
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £66
  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 0m
    0
    08:05
    Lucerne
    Central Station
    14:05
    Cologne
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £69
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 1m
    0
    11:05
    Lucerne
    Central Station
    18:06
    Cologne
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £66
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 1m
    0
    14:05
    Lucerne
    Central Station
    21:06
    Cologne
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £66

    Fastest Flights Friday

  • Eurowings
    1h 5m
    0
    08:05
    Zurich Airport
    Aeropuerto Zurich Airport Central Station
    09:10
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station
    0
    Eurowings
    Economy
    from £86
  • Eurowings
    1h 5m
    0
    19:50
    Zurich Airport
    Aeropuerto Zurich Airport Central Station
    20:55
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station
    0
    Eurowings
    Economy
    from £104
  • Eurowings
    1h 5m
    0
    16:00
    Zurich Airport
    Aeropuerto Zurich Airport Central Station
    17:05
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station
    0
    Eurowings
    Economy
    from £125
  • Swiss International Air Lines
    1h 5m
    0
    08:05
    Zurich Airport
    Aeropuerto Zurich Airport Central Station
    09:10
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station
    0
    Swiss International Air Lines
    Economy
    from £237
  • Swiss International Air Lines
    1h 5m
    0
    19:50
    Zurich Airport
    Aeropuerto Zurich Airport Central Station
    20:55
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station
    0
    Swiss International Air Lines
    Economy
    from £279
  • Swiss International Air Lines
    1h 15m
    0
    17:05
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    18:20
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Swiss International Air Lines
    Economy
    from £115
  • Fastest Trains Friday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 9m
    0
    11:05
    Lucerne
    Central Station
    17:14
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £69
  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 9m
    0
    06:05
    Lucerne
    Central Station
    12:14
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £76
  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 17m
    0
    17:05
    Lucerne
    Central Station
    23:22
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £72
  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 24m
    0
    14:05
    Lucerne
    Central Station
    20:29
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £69
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 18m
    0
    14:05
    Lucerne
    Central Station
    21:23
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £72

    Fastest Flights Saturday

  • Eurowings
    1h 5m
    0
    08:50
    Zurich Airport
    Aeropuerto Zurich Airport Central Station
    09:55
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station
    0
    Eurowings
    Economy
    from £86
  • Swiss International Air Lines
    1h 15m
    0
    17:05
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    18:20
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Swiss International Air Lines
    Economy
    from £111
  • Eurowings
    1h 15m
    0
    08:40
    Zurich Airport
    Aeropuerto Zurich Airport Central Station
    09:55
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Airport Terminal
    0
    Eurowings
    Economy
    from £112
  • Swiss International Air Lines
    1h 15m
    0
    17:05
    Zurich Airport
    Aeropuerto Zurich Airport Central Station
    18:20
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Airport Terminal
    0
    Swiss International Air Lines
    Economy
    from £115
  • Eurowings
    1h 15m
    0
    08:40
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    09:55
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Eurowings
    Economy
    from £250
  • Swiss International Air Lines
    1h 20m
    0
    07:25
    Zurich Airport
    Aeropuerto Zurich Airport Central Station
    08:45
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Airport Terminal
    0
    Swiss International Air Lines
    Economy
    from £135
  • Fastest Trains Saturday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 0m
    0
    08:05
    Lucerne
    Central Station
    15:05
    Cologne
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £66
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 1m
    0
    14:05
    Lucerne
    Central Station
    21:06
    Cologne
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £52
  • Deutsche Bahn
    13h 43m
    0
    23:50
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    13:33
    Cologne
    Messe/Deutz Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £49

    Fastest Flights Sunday

  • Eurowings
    1h 5m
    0
    20:30
    Zurich Airport
    Aeropuerto Zurich Airport Central Station
    21:35
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station
    0
    Eurowings
    Economy
    from £60
  • Swiss International Air Lines
    1h 5m
    0
    20:30
    Zurich Airport
    Aeropuerto Zurich Airport Central Station
    21:35
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport Train Station
    0
    Swiss International Air Lines
    Economy
    from £179
  • Eurowings
    1h 15m
    0
    19:45
    Zurich Airport
    Aeropuerto Zurich Airport Central Station
    21:00
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Airport Terminal
    0
    Eurowings
    Economy
    from £74
  • Eurowings
    1h 15m
    0
    15:40
    Zurich Airport
    Aeropuerto Zurich Airport Central Station
    16:55
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Airport Terminal
    0
    Eurowings
    Economy
    from £78
  • Swiss International Air Lines
    1h 15m
    0
    17:05
    Zurich Airport
    Aeropuerto Zurich Airport Central Station
    18:20
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Airport Terminal
    0
    Swiss International Air Lines
    Economy
    from £162
  • Swiss International Air Lines
    1h 20m
    0
    07:25
    Zurich Airport
    Aeropuerto Zurich Airport Central Station
    08:45
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Airport Terminal
    0
    Swiss International Air Lines
    Economy
    from £114
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Lucerne to Cologne

What are the most popular stations in Lucerne and Cologne?

In Lucerne, you will usually depart from Central Station, Central Bus Station or Bus Station Inselipark, while in Cologne you will be arriving at Central Station, Messe/Deutz Train Station or Central Bus 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 Lucerne? With 13 connections between 1 Train and Flight 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 Lucerne and Cologne, you can pay as low as £49 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 Flight from Eurowings: you will get to Cologne in just 1h 5m.

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 Lucerne and Cologne are Eurowings, Deutsche Bahn and Swiss International Air Lines, 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 Lucerne 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 Kriens or to Huerth, and look at flights from Zurich 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 Lucerne to Cologne?

The most popular companies between Lucerne and Cologne, are Eurowings, Deutsche Bahn and Swiss International Air Lines. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn

Airlines: Eurowings, Swiss International Air Lines, Transportes Aéreos Bolivianos and 5 more.

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

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Lucerne 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 Lucerne to Cologne

How can I reach Cologne from Lucerne?

Every day, there are on average 13 connections between Train and Flight, with which you can get to Cologne from Lucerne.

How far is Cologne from Lucerne?

The distance between Lucerne and Cologne is 443.3 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Lucerne 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 12 kgs of CO2, a train 16 kgs, a car 75 kgs, and a flight 109 kgs.

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

You can get to Cologne with just £49 by taking a Train from Deutsche Bahn.

What is the fastest way to get from Lucerne 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 1h 5m with a Flight from Eurowings.

More routes to Lucerne and to Cologne

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

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