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From Nantes to Köln by train, bus and carpooling

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The next cheapest train, bus and carpooling ticket from Nantes to Köln is on Thursday 17 September 2026. Book it now before the price goes up!

Trip info

745 kmDistance
52€ - 884€Prices
3.35 millions of Km traveled by our travelers
DirectTrip type
7h06Trip duration
logo TGV INOUIlogo Thalyslogo Flixbuslogo Blablacar Bus
CarriersTGV Inoui, Thalys, FlixBus, Bus Blablacar.
Detailed itinerary
🚄 Train🚌 Bus🚌 + 🚄 Combined trips
Price range

86€ - 884€

52€ - 338€

61€ - 514€

Duration

7h06 - 8h59

14h30 - 21h30

9h51 - 23h13

Itinerary1 stop at Paris-Nord, Nantes, Paris Massy Tgv, Köln Hbf, Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 21 stop at Lille, Haluchere-Batignolles, Cologne, Cologne South, Airport1 stop at Lille, Nantes, Bercy Seine 2, Paris, Paris CDG (Terminal 3), Paris Bercy , Lille Europe, Köln Hbf, Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2, Cologne, Cologne South, Airport, Cologne, Cologne North, Leverkusen
Departure stationNantesHaluchere-BatignollesNantes
Arrival stationKöln HbfCologne, Cologne South, AirportKöln Hbf
CompaniesTGV Inoui, ThalysFlixBus, Bus BlablacarFlixBus, Thalys, TGV Inoui, Bus Blablacar
First trip13h3813h3913h38
Last trip21h1221h1221h12
Number of daily trips5210

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I emit 98.65% less CO2

160
kg CO₂e
17%
314
repas végétariens
335
kg de fraise
1,211,348
litres d'eau du robinet
108
kg d'avocat
14,603
km en vélo (ou trottinette) à assistance électrique
24.9
t-shirts en coton
350
kg d'aubergine
269
litres de café
249
kg de pastèque
6.37
jeans
143
litres de bière
13.5
années de chauffage électrique par m²
22
repas avec du boeuf
278
kg de chou de bruxelles

If you travel by train from Nantes to Köln, you will emit 2.18kg of CO2 on your own. The good side is that it's always less than taking a plane or your own vehicle. That's why we encourage you to opt for public transportation as much as possible Nantes Köln. PS: You can compare CO2 emissions with our tool at the top of this page!

Nantes Köln by train, bus and carpooling: tickets, prices, and schedules

For a trip by train, bus and carpooling Nantes Köln, you have choices!

A ticket from train TGV Inoui, train Thalys, bus FlixBus, and bus Bus Blablacar Nantes Köln, the field of possibilities is open to you!

Obviously, ticket prices will vary. Because you will have the chance to travel in just 0h between Nantes and Köln.

In the end, it doesn't seem that long this journey from Nantes to Köln despite being 745 kilometers apart.

This from Nantes to Köln route is not yet directly served by our partner train, bus and carpooling companies...

We know that layovers are a waste of time that nobody enjoys...

That's why we offer combined trips that reduce the price and/or duration of your itinerary!

We are the only ones who do this, take advantage of it!

Book your from Nantes to Köln ticket in train, bus and carpooling starting from 52 € .

There's no reason to hesitate, for such a trip that lasts at least 7h06, it's a bargain to seize!

But if you want to be sure to book your ticket at the best time, to get the best price, use our comparator just above!

It will tell you how many days in advance you should book to get the best price. Handy ;)

How to travel from Nantes to Köln with Tictactrip

From Nantes to Köln by bus 🚌

the companies FlixBus and Bus Blablacar offer a direct Nantes Köln journey.Are you an early bird? The very first trip departs at 13h39. If, on the contrary, you prefer to travel at night or leave late in the day, the very last departure is at 21h12. The duration of a from Nantes to Köln journey is mostly between 14h30 and 21h30.
Its departure point is located at Haluchere-Batignolles. This bus will then drop you off at Cologne, Cologne South, Airport. It also serves stations Lille, Haluchere-Batignolles, and Cologne, Cologne South, Airport.
 Want to know the price of Nantes Köln journey? It falls in the range between 52€ and 338€. Generally, there is every day 2 buses Nantes Köln.

From Nantes to Köln by train 🚄

A journey direct Nantes Köln has a price that normally varies between 86€ and 884€. The travel duration may also vary from 7h06 to 8h59. On average, for this journey, a one-way ticket will cost you 251€. The average duration for a direct Nantes Köln journey is 7h39.
The first of these journeys departs every day at 13h38. If you prefer to leave later, you can still take a train from Nantes to Köln at 21h12.  This journey Nantes Köln is offered by the companies TGV Inoui and Thalys. It departs from Nantes and arrives at Köln Hbf. It also serves stations Paris-Nord, Nantes, Paris Massy Tgv, Köln Hbf, and Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2. Every day, you have the choice between 5 trains Nantes Köln.

From Nantes to Köln by multimodal 🚌 + 🚄

You should expect a minimum price of 61€ for a journey direct Nantes Köln. Depending on the date of your search on Tictactrip, the price for the journey Nantes Köln can go up to 514€ (on average, it costs 139€).The very first departure of multimodal Nantes Köln of the day takes place at 13h38, and the last one is usually at 21h12. The average duration of this journey is 14h06.  The travel time from Nantes to Köln is generally between 9h51 and 23h13. This is carried out and offered by FlixBus and Thalys and TGV Inoui and Bus Blablacar. It usually departs from Nantes and arrives at Köln Hbf. It also serves stations Lille, Nantes, Bercy Seine 2, Paris, Paris CDG (Terminal 3), Paris Bercy , Lille Europe, Köln Hbf, Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2, Cologne, Cologne South, Airport, and Cologne, Cologne North, Leverkusen.  Depending on the days, you will have a choice of 10 combined trips Nantes Köln per day.

From Nantes to Köln by carpooling 🚗

We have no information concerning Nantes-Köln by carpooling. Blablacar or Idvroom probably don't have any users offering this trip.

Frequently Asked Questions about Nantes - Köln

How much does a bus Nantes Köln cost?

Your bus from Nantes to Köln journey will cost you a minimum of 52 €. On average, you can book your bus ticket for this trip at 283 €, while it can rise, during peak times, to 338 €. The price of this journey depends in part on when you conduct your search and make your reservation. The earlier you do it, the better for your wallet!

How long is the trip Nantes Köln by bus?

Your bus from Nantes to Köln journey will be at least 14h30 long. On average, expect this journey to last 19h46, with a maximum travel time of 21h30.

When is the first bus Nantes Köln leaving?

The very first journey by bus from Nantes to Köln departs at 13h39. If you want to leave later, you can still take a bus from Nantes to Köln at 21h12. This is the last daily schedule for this journey.

How many bus Nantes Köln are there every day ?

Every day, you have the choice of 2 bus from Nantes to Köln that are in circulation. In other words, you have plenty of departure and arrival times to choose from. But be careful, as the ticket prices also vary accordingly!

How much does a train ticket from Nantes to Köln cost?

Expect at least 86 € for a train from Nantes to Köln. Depending on the period of your search, the price of the Nantes Köln journey can rise to 884 €. A train from Nantes to Köln costs an average of 251 €.

How long does the trip from Nantes to Köln take by train?

You can expect at least 7h06 for a train from Nantes to Köln. Your trip from Nantes to Köln can take up to 8h59 depending on the time of day and the train company you choose. Your Nantes Köln trip in train lasts on average 7h39.

What is the departure time of the train from Nantes to Köln?

Would you like to know the first and last departure times of your train from Nantes to Köln? You're in the right place! Every day, the first departure of the train Nantes Köln takes place at 13h38. Conversely, the very last departure is at 21h12. Are you more of a morning person or always leaving at the last minute?

How many train are there from Nantes to Köln per day?

5 trains from Nantes to Köln circulate every day. You have no excuse not to travel.

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