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

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains, Flights and Buses to Cologne from Lübeck. 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
5h 12m
£24
£28
56
Flight
4h 55m
£57
£166
9

What is the cheapest way to reach Cologne from Lübeck?

You can reach Cologne with just £24 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.

Thursday
Friday
Saturday
from £24
Sunday
from £135
Monday
from £57
Tuesday
Wednesday
from £109

    Cheapest Trains Saturday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 39m
    0
    21:37
    Lübeck
    Central Station
    03:16
    Cologne
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £24
  • Deutsche Bahn
    7h 40m
    0
    23:09
    Lübeck
    Central Station
    06:49
    Cologne
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £24
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 12m
    0
    18:37
    Lübeck
    Central Station
    23:49
    Cologne
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £25
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 38m
    0
    19:37
    Lübeck
    Central Station
    01:15
    Cologne
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £33

    Cheapest Flights Sunday

  • Skyscanner
    21h 20m
    0
    11:35
    Lubeck Airport
    Lubeck Airport
    08:55
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £135
  • Skyscanner
    4h 55m
    0
    11:35
    Lubeck Airport
    Lubeck Airport
    16:30
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £172
  • Ryanair
    26h 20m
    0
    19:20
    Lubeck Airport
    Lubeck Airport
    21:40
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £173
  • Skyscanner
    10h 50m
    0
    11:35
    Lubeck Airport
    Lubeck Airport
    22:25
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £224

    Cheapest Flights Monday

  • Ryanair
    15h 0m
    0
    17:35
    Lubeck Airport
    Lubeck Airport
    08:35
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £57
  • Ryanair
    15h 20m
    0
    17:35
    Lubeck Airport
    Lubeck Airport
    08:55
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £96
  • Ryanair
    17h 0m
    0
    17:35
    Lubeck Airport
    Lubeck Airport
    10:35
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £126
  • Ryanair
    18h 35m
    0
    17:35
    Lubeck Airport
    Lubeck Airport
    12:10
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £194

    Cheapest Flights Wednesday

  • Ryanair
    27h 10m
    0
    19:45
    Lubeck Airport
    Lubeck Airport
    22:55
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £109
  • Ryanair
    25h 25m
    0
    19:45
    Lubeck Airport
    Lubeck Airport
    21:10
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £137
  • Ryanair
    24h 10m
    0
    19:45
    Lubeck Airport
    Lubeck Airport
    19:55
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £177
  • Ryanair
    23h 10m
    0
    19:45
    Lubeck Airport
    Lubeck Airport
    18:55
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £189

What are the fastest trips from Lübeck to Cologne?

You can get to Cologne from Lübeck in just 4h 55m with a Flight from Skyscanner. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Thursday
Friday
Saturday
from 5h 12m
Sunday
from 4h 55m
Monday
from 5h 10m
Tuesday
Wednesday
from 23h 10m

    Fastest Trains Saturday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 12m
    0
    18:37
    Lübeck
    Central Station
    23:49
    Cologne
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £25
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 35m
    0
    19:37
    Lübeck
    Central Station
    01:12
    Cologne
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £33
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 38m
    0
    19:37
    Lübeck
    Central Station
    01:15
    Cologne
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £33
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 39m
    0
    21:37
    Lübeck
    Central Station
    03:16
    Cologne
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £24

    Fastest Flights Sunday

  • Skyscanner
    4h 55m
    0
    11:35
    Lubeck Airport
    Lubeck Airport
    16:30
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £172
  • Skyscanner
    10h 20m
    0
    11:35
    Lubeck Airport
    Lubeck Airport
    21:55
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £261
  • Skyscanner
    10h 50m
    0
    11:35
    Lubeck Airport
    Lubeck Airport
    22:25
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £224
  • Skyscanner
    21h 20m
    0
    11:35
    Lubeck Airport
    Lubeck Airport
    08:55
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £135

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • Ryanair
    5h 10m
    0
    17:35
    Lubeck Airport
    Lubeck Airport
    22:45
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £195
  • Ryanair
    15h 0m
    0
    17:35
    Lubeck Airport
    Lubeck Airport
    08:35
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £57
  • Ryanair
    15h 20m
    0
    17:35
    Lubeck Airport
    Lubeck Airport
    08:55
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £96
  • Ryanair
    16h 55m
    0
    17:35
    Lubeck Airport
    Lubeck Airport
    10:30
    Dusseldorf Airport
    Dusseldorf Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £206

    Fastest Flights Wednesday

  • Ryanair
    23h 10m
    0
    19:45
    Lubeck Airport
    Lubeck Airport
    18:55
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £189
  • Ryanair
    24h 10m
    0
    19:45
    Lubeck Airport
    Lubeck Airport
    19:55
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £177
  • Ryanair
    25h 15m
    0
    19:45
    Lubeck Airport
    Lubeck Airport
    21:00
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £197
  • Ryanair
    25h 25m
    0
    19:45
    Lubeck Airport
    Lubeck Airport
    21:10
    Cologne/Bonn Airport
    Cologne/Bonn Airport - Bus Station
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £137
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 Central Bus Station, Central Station or Dänischburg IKEA Train Station, 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 Lübeck? With 5 connections between 1 Train, Flight and Bus 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 £24 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 Skyscanner: you will get to Cologne in just 4h 55m.

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 Ryanair, Deutsche Bahn 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 Ryanair, Deutsche Bahn and Skyscanner. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn

Airlines: Ryanair and Skyscanner

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 5 connections between Train, Flight and Bus, with which you can get to Cologne from Lübeck.

How far is Cologne from Lübeck?

The distance between Lübeck and Cologne is 412.1 km.

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 £24 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 4h 55m with a Flight from Skyscanner.

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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