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Book a train ticket Barcelona - Cologne

Book a train ticket Barcelona - Cologne

Train timetable info Barcelona-Cologne

Cheap train tickets Barcelona Cologne

What is the price of a train ticket from Barcelona to Cologne?

To take advantage of the best rates, remember to book in advance. Save on the price of your trip by being flexible on the date and time of your departure. Keep an eye out for the best deals by creating a low price alert.

How long is a train journey from Barcelona to Cologne?

The journey on a train from Barcelona to Cologne will take you about 11h 49m. Travel time varies depending on the carrier.

How long does it take for the fastest train to complete the connection from Barcelona to Cologne?

You can expect the journey between Barcelona and Cologne to take 11h 49m with the fastest train.

How many Barcelona - Cologne trains are there per day?

Depending on your needs, you can choose one of the 1 trains that make the journey Barcelona - Cologne daily.

What time is the first Barcelona - Cologne train?

Fancy an early departure? Take the Barcelona - Cologne train at 9h 26m.

What time is the last train to go from Barcelona to Cologne?

The last train departs from Barcelona at 9h 26m.

Barcelona : from which station will I leave?

This page provides a list of trains departing from: BARCELONA-SANTS

Cologne : at which station will I arrive?

The trains shown on this page arrive at: KOLN HBF

What are the railway companies operate the Barcelona - Cologne trains?

For your journey Barcelona - Cologne, you can take TGV INOUI vers l'Espagne, EUROSTAR.

What services are available on board?

If you take Eurostar, treat yourself with luggage. There are no weight restrictions.

On board your Renfe, travel with your pets weighing less than 10kg in a container to travel on TGV INOUI to Spain with an extra charge. Book your pet ticket directly with the flight attendant. Guide dogs travel free of charge.

Take a train to Cologne from Barcelona

The Barcelona - Cologne train journey is with TGV INOUI vers l'Espagne, EUROSTAR. Trains generally leave from BARCELONA-SANTS and arrive at KOLN HBF.

Journey times may vary depending on a number of factors, including the time you travel, the type of train, and whether you have to change trains. Some journeys take 11h 49m, but the average journey time is 11h 49m.

1 trains serve the Barcelona - Cologne line every day. The first train leaves at 9h 26m and the last at 9h 26m. These times may vary depending on the day of the week.

The cost of a Barcelona - Cologne train fare will depend on when you book, the timeslot, the type of ticket...

How to buy a cheap Barcelona – Cologne train ticket?

The price of a Barcelona – Cologne ticket varies according to many factors: discount cards, SNCF season tickets, the journey dates, the train company...

Barcelona – Cologne Train Ticket Prices

For cheap train tickets from Barcelona to Cologne, it's worth taking a look at the many options offered by SNCF Connect: SNCF cards and passes (Avantage cards, Forfait National pass, Liberté card, MAX pass), Prem's tickets (TGV INOUI & INTERCITÉS), Interrail pass, etc.
Some discounts only apply when you book a round trip from Barcelona to Cologne with your discount card or pass.
Depending on the train company, you can also choose between different classes to travel from Barcelona to Cologne at the best price.

Special Fares for Barcelona – Cologne

The current deals are listed on our dedicated SNCF Connect promotions page. Feel free to subscribe to our newsletter via your customer account to stay up to date with future offers and snap up the best prices. If you are an app user, you should also turn on notifications.

Last-Minute Barcelona – Cologne Trains

On SNCF Connect, you can book your last-minute Barcelona – Cologne tickets and compare prices over the next 5 to 7 days at a glance. Depending on the train company, however, you can actually lock down your train tickets months in advance. When sales open several times a year, tickets are released for trains over the coming months. Depending on the dates and train company, our price freeze service allows you to reserve your seats at the price shown for a specific period, and pay for your seats before it elapses.

Direct Barcelona – Cologne Trains

Certain routes are served by both direct trains and trains with connections. When booking your ticket to Cologne on SNCF Connect, the words "Direct" or "Connection" are displayed under the schedule for each journey. At this stage, you can also compare prices between direct trains and trips with connections.

Companies serving Barcelona - Cologne

If you're travelling from Barcelona to Cologne, the following train companies offer direct lines or journeys with a changeover.

Eurostar

Eurostar

Travel at top speeds from Barcelona to Cologne with Eurostar and enjoy a super-comfy trip: spacious seats, electrical outlets, onboard Wi-Fi and luggage storage without weight restrictions!

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Classes of rail companies serving Barcelona - Cologne

To travel from Barcelona to Cologne, the railway companies listed below offer different classes of comfort.

TGV INOUI Spain

Travel from Barcelona to Cologne on board an TGV INOUI Spain and choose from two travel classes.

2nd Class

  • Comfy, reclining seats with a power socket, reading light, and small table.
  • Free Wi-Fi and multimedia portal
  • Space to store your luggage

1st Class

  • Wider, reclining seats with more legroom, an individual power socket, a reading light, and a small table.
  • Quiet zones
  • Free Wi-Fi and multimedia portal
  • Space to store your luggage

All on-board services provided by companies operating Barcelona - Cologne

Discover the on-board services provided by various carriers operating the Barcelona to Cologne route, either directly or through connections. Click on the carrier to view associated services.

TGV INOUI Spain

  • Stay connected !

    Enjoy the free wifi on board during your journey and access our entertainment portal made for you (movies, magazines, podcasts, games...)!

  • Hungry? Get a gourmet break or a meal on board

    Go to the lounge car to enjoy a variety of French and Spanish food and beverage, at any time of the day on board your TGV INOUI from/to Spain

  • Enjoy your journey

    Start your event on the train with culinary workshops, conferences, working groups and why not an escape game? It is possible to customize the space in one or more cars, even on the whole train (headrests, interior displays, dedicated hostesses, etc.)

  • Meet the multicultural staff onboard

    On board your TGV INOUI from/toto Spain, get in touch directly with the Franco-Spanish agents who are there to accompany you during your trip

  • Travel in 1st class

    The first class of TGV INOUI is designed for your comfort and serenity: with more legroom, more spacious seats, and a wider backrest.

  • Space for your suitcases

    We accept as baggage handbags, suitcases, travel bags and backpacks, with a maximum of three pieces of baggage per person, the dimensions of each of which must not exceed 85 x 55 x 35cm and the total the length of the 3 pieces of luggage must not exceed 290 cm in length. The total weight of the three pieces of luggage cannot exceed 25 kg.

  • Travel with animals

    Small pets and "Blind guide" dogs can travel aboard TGV INOUI from/to Spain for free. Book your animal ticket directly on board.

  • Travelling with a baby?

    The TGV INOUI train to Spain has a nursery area and a changing table. Specially designed for people with young children. Bottles can be heated in the car bar.

  • From city center to city center

    Save time and money on your journeys thanks to the central location of the stations. High-speed trains take you directly to the city center. In addition, several daily frequencies connect the different cities to each other, in this way Spain / France has never been so accessible.

  • Travel with your bike

    Bring your bike for free and enjoy the destination as soon as you get off the train. To transport your bike, you will only have to fold it or take it apart and put it in a cover of 120 cm x 90 cm maximum.

  • Direct and fast without waiting

    You can access the train up to two minutes before departure, allowing you to enjoy your stay longer.

  • Ecological transport

    The train is the mode of public transport which generates the lowest energy consumption. If you want to contribute to the protection of the environment, travel by train!

  • Accessible trains

    Free service in stations for people with reduced mobility, but also for those with a temporary need. This free service provided by ATENDO in Spain and ACCÈS PLUS in France

Train timetables Barcelona-Cologne Friday 26 December 2025
Departure Arrival Duration Carrier
9h 26m 21h 15m 11h 49m TGV INOUI vers l'Espagne, EUROSTAR
Booking
  • Barcelona-Sants
    TGV INOUI vers l'Espagne 9708
  • Girona
  • Figueres Vilafant
  • Perpignan
  • Narbonne
  • Beziers
  • Montpellier Sud De France
  • Nimes Pont Du Gard
  • Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
  • 1h43
  • Paris Nord
    EUROSTAR 9471
  • Bruxelles-Midi / Brussel-Zuid
  • Liege-Guillemins
  • Aachen Hbf
  • Koln Hbf