Train Nantes Cologne
Book a train ticket Nantes - Cologne
Book a train ticket Nantes - Cologne
Train timetable info Nantes-Cologne
| Number routes per day | 7 |
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| Average route time | 7h 18m |
| Shortest route time | 6h 37m |
| First hour of departure | 5h 59m |
| Last hour of departure | 15h 04m |
| Timetables for tomorrow | See |
Cheap train tickets Nantes Cologne
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Nantes : from which station will I leave?
Cologne : at which station will I arrive?
What are the railway companies operate the Nantes - Cologne trains?
What services are available on board?
Traveling with children? Good news: with OUIGO, the child's ticket price is at a fixed rate. Children under 4 years old travel free on the lap of their accompanying adult. You can also bring up to 2 strollers per trip for free.
If you travel by TGV INOUI, you'll be able to enjoy first class. With its rows of 3 seats instead of 4, it has been designed for your comfort: space for your legs and a wider backrest.
If you travel frequently on Eurostar, consider joining the frequent flyer programme. Benefit from exclusive privileges and collect points that can be exchanged for a host of advantages.
How to buy a cheap Nantes – Cologne train ticket?
Nantes – Cologne Train Ticket Prices
Our SNCF Connect website offers various passes, discount cards and special rates to help you find cheap train tickets from Nantes to Cologne: SNCF cards and passes (Avantage cards, Forfait National pass, Liberté card, MAX pass, TER pass), Prem's tickets, Interrail pass, etc.Depending on the train company, you can also choose between different classes to travel from Nantes to Cologne at the lowest price.
Special Fares for Nantes – 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 Nantes – Cologne Trains
Booking tickets in advance, perhaps even when they are first released, is a good solution when you are planning a journey several weeks or months in advance. However, for last-minute train tickets from Nantes to Cologne, you can search our website to find the lowest prices within 5 to 7 days of your intended departure date. Depending on the dates and the train company, you can choose to reserve your seats at the price shown, freeze that price for a specific period, and pay for your seats before it elapses.
Direct Nantes – 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 Nantes - Cologne
TGV INOUI Brussels
With TGV INOUI you can enjoy a high-speed, hassle-free trip from Nantes to Cologne! Benefit from free Wi-Fi and numerous other TGV INOUI services during your journey: buffet car for a tasty treat, travel directly from one town center to another...
Eurostar
Travel at top speeds from Nantes to Cologne with Eurostar and enjoy a super-comfy trip: spacious seats, electrical outlets, onboard Wi-Fi and luggage storage without weight restrictions!
TER
Travel from Nantes to Cologne with TER, the low-cost regional train company that covers the whole of France. Perfect for discovering a region and frequent journeys to nearby towns. Reserving is easy: do a search and book your next trip in one of France's 11 regions. You can access your tickets via the SNCF Connect app! Are you a frequent traveller? To save money on travel, check out TER's regional travel cards and subscriptions, which are also on sale via SNCF Connect.
TGV INOUI
With TGV INOUI, you can travel at speeds up to 320 km/h from Nantes to Cologne on an extremely comfy train - perfect for holidays and business trips. Take advantage of free Wi-Fi from Nantes to Cologne: you can access content and services via the TGV INOUI portal. Each carriage has plenty of luggage space, so you can quickly and easily settle down in your seat. Enjoy the buffet car which serves a range of food and drinks. Your tickets can be exchanged or refunded, depending on the conditions, up to 3 days before your departure.
OUIGO
Enjoy low-cost travel from Nantes to Cologne with OUIGO Grande Vitesse. OUIGO Grande Vitesse trains are low-cost TGVs that travel at speeds of over 300 km/h. To get the best OUIGO prices, book your ticket from Nantes to Cologne in advance!
Classes of rail companies serving Nantes - Cologne
TGV INOUI Brussels
Travel from Nantes to Cologne on board an TGV INOUI Brussels 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
Eurostar
Travel from Nantes to Cologne on board a Eurostar train and enjoy a comfy journey by choosing from one of the three classes according to your needs.
Eurostar Standard
- Comfy, reclining seats with a power socket
- Space to store your luggage
- On-board drinks, meals, and snacks
- Free Wi-Fi
- 2 pieces of carry-on luggage + 1 piece of hand luggage
- Tickets can be changed free of charge up to 1 hour before departure.
- Tickets refundable up to 7 days before departure (for an extra fee)
Eurostar Plus
- Spacious reclining seats with a power socket
- Space to store your luggage
- On-board drinks, meals, and snacks
- Free Wi-Fi
- Free magazines on board
- 2 pieces of carry-on luggage + 1 piece of hand luggage
- Tickets can be changed free of charge up to 1 hour before departure.
- Tickets refundable up to 7 days before departure (for an extra fee)
Eurostar Premier
- More spacious seats with a power socket
- Space to store your luggage
- Meal served at your seat
- Free Wi-Fi
- Free magazines on board
- 3 pieces of carry-on luggage + 1 piece of hand luggage
- Access to Eurostar lounges
- Tickets can be changed or refunded up to 48 hours before departure.
TER
Travel from Nantes to Cologne by TER regional trains and settle down in a comfy seat for an enjoyable journey. Take all your luggage with you - there are no weight or size restrictions. Your pet can also travel on our regional trains for an additional fee. Buy your train tickets at regional rates directly on our website and app.
TGV INOUI
Enjoy all the comforts of an TGV INOUI train if you're travelling from Nantes to Cologne and choose from a selection of 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
- Wide, reclining seats with extra legroom and an individual power socket, reading light, and small table
- Quiet zones
- Choose your seat from the seating plan when booking
- Free Wi-Fi and multimedia portal
- Space to store your luggage
OPTIMUM (routes to and from Paris) :
- Flexible tickets: free exchanges and refunds up to 30 minutes after departure
- Access to the TGV INOUI Grand Voyageur Le Club station lounges
- Wide, reclining seats with extra legroom and an individual power socket, reading light, and small table
- Quiet zones (children not allowed and carriage at the end of the train to minimise disruptions)
- Premium dedicated Customer Service
- Free Wi-Fi and multimedia portal
- Space to store your luggage
OUIGO
OUIGO are low-cost high-speed trains that will whisk you from Nantes to Cologne. There is one class of travel, but you can choose from two different offers.
OUIGO ESSENTIEL
- Choose and reserve your seat (for a fee)
- 1 piece of carry-on luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
- Other services are available for an extra cost.
OUIGO PLUS for just €9 more (free for children under 12)
- Choose and reserve your seat
- 1 piece of carry-on luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
- A piece of additional or XL luggage
- OUIFUN (Wi-Fi pack and entertainment portal)
- Other services are available for an extra cost.
All on-board services provided by companies operating Nantes - Cologne
TGV INOUI Brussels
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Travel in the utmost comfort
Electrical outlets, friendly bar ... everything you need for a nice time!
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Stay connected while travelling
Free Wifi available onboard
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An attentive team
Travel with us and experience top quality service from our team
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Travel in first class
Our best seats, just for you
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Plenty of space for your suitcases
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Travel with your bike
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A nursery area for your baby
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Travel with your pet
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Your office at 300 km/h
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To go further
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Fancy a snack?
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New features
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No more need to queue at the bar
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Connect to the portal and a whole range of services
Eurostar
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Online registration
Are you going to London with Eurostar? Do not forget to check in online before boarding.
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Wifi on board
Enjoy free wifi on all Eurostar trains and all travel classes.
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Onboard luggage
One of the benefits of traveling on Eurostar is that there is no weight restriction for your luggage to London. For other Eurostar destinations, you can travel with a maximum of 2 bags per person.
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A comfortable trip
Spacious seats, electrical outlets, all the comfort you need for a peaceful trip.
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The Eurostar club
This loyalty program allows you to enjoy exclusive privileges and accumulate points redeemable for a variety of benefits.
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At table
You have access to the bar-car! What do we serve you today? You can choose from a wide selection.
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Travelers with reduced mobility
Onboard wheelchairs must respect the standards: 75 cm wide, 125 cm high, turning diameter: 150 cm.
TER
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Free dedicated bike area
You can take your bike on board trains for free and with no reservation required (subject to available space)
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PRM access
TER works every day to ensure the best possible experience for passengers with reduced mobility
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Refundable up to the day before departure
All TER tickets are refundable until the day before your trip.
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Plenty of space for your luggage
Bring your luggage on board without any size or weight limits.
TGV INOUI
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Hold a ticket
Book your tickets at a guaranteed price for a limited time. You're free to complete your purchase whenever you've made your decision.
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Travel in comfort
Renovated trainsets, electrical sockets, a bar... You'll enjoy a wonderful journey on board our train.
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Travel connected
Free access to wifi and extensive services on the Wifi portal, such as the online order at the Bistro.
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Travel in first class
With rows of 3 seats instead of 4, extra legroom, and wider seat cushions and backrests, First Class is designed for your comfort and peace of mind.
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Travel with a staff that takes care of you
At your service, attentive, ... Our team ensures your well-being and offers you exclusive services.
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Space for your luggage
In each coach, luggage storage is provided to facilitate your on-board installation. For your bulky baggage, take advantage of the home delivery option.
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Travel with your bike
Do not want to bike to your destination? Just click on" more criteria "and select" I'm traveling with my bike "when booking. You can take your bike for only €10!
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Nursury space for baby's
Especially designed for people with young children, the nursery area allows you to enjoy a changing table and bottles can be heated by TGV bar car.
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Travel with your pet
Book the train ticket at the same time as yours, by clicking on the "more criteria" button then on "Travel with your pet", then select the number of animals and their size.
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Your office at 300 km/h
On certain trains, you have free access to a space to work, this space is located between two cars of 2nd class. It allows you to work on a table with an electric socket and to have more space.
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To travel further
Before your departure, or once arrived at the platform, our exclusive services allow you to continue your journey to your final destination: My rental Avis, My Driver, My Luggage.
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A gourmet break?
We are waiting for you at the Bistro, a redesigned, more user-friendly space, with a menu of dishes prepared by chefs, vegetarian products, organic products and the best of the local producers.
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New gestures
Our baristas and cleaners ensure your well-being throughout your trip. For our Business PREMIÈRE customers, press and a drink are offered at the platform.
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Don't queue at the Bistro
Log in to the Wifi portal and let yourself be guided to order online. You can then pick them up at the Bistro without queuing.
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A world of services via the portal
Make your life easier with connected services on our trains from the Wifi portal: follow your journey, consut the remaining time or access content and games that will make you forget about the time.
OUIGO
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Exchange your tickets
You can now change your travel dates, times, or routes directly from the "Tickets" section. If you’ve selected any additional options, they will be retained during the exchange.
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Children’s tickets at a fixed rate
Children under 12 travel for €8 on OUIGO Grande Vitesse trains and for €5 on OUIGO Train Classique.
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Pet
The pet fare for your OUIGO journeys is €10, whether your pet weighs more or less than 6 kg.
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Luggage
Got an extra or oversized bag? Add the Baggage Option for just €5 when purchasing your ticket.
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Text message
Take the SMS option for only €1 and you'll be informed of any disturbance during your trip
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Seat with electric socket
Stay connected ! For only 2€ more you enjoy a seat with an electric socket
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Quiet place
For €5 extra, you can reserve a seat in an quiet, adults only area with an electric socket
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Stroller
Remember to check the option with the purchase of your ticket and travel without any hassle with your young children
Train timetables Nantes-Cologne Friday 26 December 2025
| Departure | Arrival | Duration | Carrier | |
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| 5h 59m | 13h 15m | 7h 16m | TGV INOUI vers Bruxelles, EUROSTAR | |
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| 6h 05m | 13h 15m | 7h 10m | TER, TGV INOUI, EUROSTAR | |
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| 8h 37m | 15h 14m | 6h 37m | OUIGO, EUROSTAR | |
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| 11h 54m | 19h 15m | 7h 21m | TGV INOUI, EUROSTAR | |
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| 13h 04m | 21h 15m | 8h 11m | TGV INOUI, EUROSTAR | |
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| 14h 05m | 21h 15m | 7h 10m | TER, TGV INOUI, EUROSTAR | |
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| 15h 04m | 22h 22m | 7h 18m | TGV INOUI, EUROSTAR | |
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