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Cologne to Lyon-Perrache trains

Book train tickets from Cologne to Lyon-Perrache at the best prices on Trip.com. Here's an overview of the journey:

Quick guide
Departure station:Cologne
Train operators:SNCF,Eurostar
Arrival station:Lyon-Perrache
Ticket price:From KRW 236,217
First train:Departs at 06:39
Distance:Approximately 599 km
Last train:Departs at 12:39
Journey time:Average 7 hours 31 minutes, with the fastest trains taking 6 hours 17 minutes

Cologne to Lyon-Perrache train timetable

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DepartureArrivalOperator
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06:39
6 hours 31 minutes, Changes required
Cologne Central Station
13:10
Lyon-Perrache
EurostarSNCF
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08:39
7 hours 31 minutes, Changes required
Cologne Central Station
16:10
Lyon-Perrache
EurostarSNCF
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12:39
6 hours 17 minutes, Changes required
Cologne Central Station
18:56
Lyon Part Dieu
EurostarSNCF
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12:39
7 hours 31 minutes, Changes required
Cologne Central Station
20:10
Paris
EurostarSNCF
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Cologne to Lyon-Perrache Train Route Details

For as low as KRW 236,217, you can enjoy the fastest train journey, covering a distance of around 599 km in 6 hours 17 minutes. Train companies SNCF,Eurostar offer you 4 train services daily. Check the train route table below to plan your journey.

First train
First train
06:39
Last train
Last train
12:39
Departure station
Departure station
Cologne
Arrival station
Arrival station
Lyon-Perrache
Journey time
Journey time
6 hours 17 minutes
Distance
Distance
599 km
Price
Price
From KRW 236,217
Train operators
Train operators
SNCF,Eurostar

Eurostar train classes from Cologne to Lyon-Perrache

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  • Standard

    Standard

    Standard Class provides affordable and spacious seating, with power outlets and complimentary Wi-Fi. Passengers can also buy drinks, meals, and snacks on board.

  • Plus

    Plus

    In the Plus Class, travelers can enjoy extra spacious seats, two delicious dishes and drinks served at your seat (London routes only)

  • Premier

    Premier

    Premier Class offers more flexible refund and exchange policy, exclusive lounge access in London, Paris and Brussels, priority ticket gates (London routes only), extra spacious seats, a unique menu created by some of Europe's best chefs (selected routes only), and a larger luggage allowance, ensuring an excellent journey.

Facilities on Eurostar trains

Since the merger of Eurostar and Thalys in 2023, Eurostar trains come in two varieties: blue and red

FacilitiesRed EurostarBlue Eurostar
Speed
Up to 300 km/hUp to 300 km/h
How far in advance to book
Around 6–8 monthsAround 6–8 months
Main destinations
Red Eurostar trains serve France, Belgium, the Netherlands, and GermanyBlue Eurostar trains operate on services traveling to and from London
E-tickets
Wi-Fi
Fast Track boarding
Premier ClassPremier Class
Club Lounge
Premier ClassPremier Class

Change and refunds

  • Standard/Plus

  • Premier

  • Changes Free date/time changes until 1 hour before departure. No destination changes. Fare difference must be paid when the new fare is higher, but no refunds will be given when the new fare is lower. Upgrades to Plus are permitted, but upgrades to Premier are not.
  • Refunds Available until 7 days before departure with fees (£25/€25/$40 per segment). Non-refundable within 7 days before departure or after a late date/time change.
  • Changes: Free date/time changes until 48 hours after departure. Same price difference rules apply.
  • Refunds: Free refunds until 48 hours after departure. Non-refundable thereafter.

FAQs About Cologne to Lyon-Perrache Trains

  • Is Eurostar direct from Cologne to Lyon-Perrache?

    No. There is no direct Eurostar to Lyon-Perrache and it needs to change 1 times, the travel time is 7 hours 31 minutes.

  • How much is the Eurostar from Cologne to Lyon-Perrache?

    Trip.com provides you with a cheap price for Eurostar trains. Starting at KRW 236,217, the whole journey is around 7 hours 31 minutes.

  • How long is the Eurostar from Cologne to Lyon-Perrache?

    Eurostar trains are high-speed and mostly direct. The entire journey takes approximately 6 hours 17 minutes, providing you with a comfortable seat and beautiful scenery.

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