Luxembourg to Köln by train
Köln lies 158 km (98 mi) north of Luxembourg, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 1 h 35 min at the speeds typical of Luxembourg and Germany rail, over roughly 193 km (120 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Luxembourg | Köln | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Luxembourg | Germany |
| Population | 76,684 | 1 million |
| Elevation | 259 m (850 ft) | 58 m (190 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Luxembourg) | UTC+2 (Europe/Berlin) |
| Stations on record | Dommeldange railway station, Hollerich railway station, Cessange | none listed |
| Postal codes | L-1111–L-2764 | 50667–51149 |
What changes when you arrive in Köln
Crossing from Luxembourg into Germany: the dialling code becomes +49; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648823.
Where to book trains from Luxembourg to Köln
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Staying in Köln
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Book a hotel in Köln
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Common questions
How far is Köln from Luxembourg?
158 km (98 mi) in a straight line, north of Luxembourg; by road roughly 193 km (120 mi).
How long does it take to get from Luxembourg to Köln by train?
About 1 h 35 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Luxembourg and Köln?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Köln?
The Euro (EUR).
Where can I stay in Köln?
Our booking partner lists 1 places to stay in Köln, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.