Lille To Cologne Eurostar Travel Guide
Plan Your Train Journey
Eurostar is a high-speed train service that provides convenient travel from Lille to Cologne. The train journey from Lille to Cologne takes approximately 4h 23m. The first train departs at 12:09, while the last train leaves at 16:09. For more details, please refer to our Train Journey Planner and Timetable.
Book Cheap Train Tickets
Eurostar trains offer convenient travel options from Lille to Cologne. Children between the ages of 4 and 11 can enjoy discounted fares of approximately 30% off in both Standard and Standard Premier classes. Children under 4 can travel for free if they can sit on an adult's lap. Take advantage of the various Eurostar promotions available on TrainPal and secure your affordable Eurostar tickets now!
Travel Documents and Visas
Kindly ensure that you have your passport and other necessary travel documents, including visas, residence permits, and ID cards, with you. It is important to verify that these documents are valid. Before your trip, please consult the appropriate government websites to determine if you require a visa for your destination(s). If you are travelling to or from London, you will be required to present a valid travel document along with your ticket.
Check-In and When to Arrive
- The ticket gates close up to 30 minutes before the scheduled departure time, except for Business Premier classes which have a 15-minute window.
- It is recommended to arrive at least 90 minutes before departure when departing from London.
- For Eurostar journeys from other EU cities to London, it is advisable to arrive between 60 to 120 minutes before departure.
- Simply check the departure board for your train and proceed directly to the platform, except for journeys to and from London.
- To ensure a hassle-free boarding experience, we suggest arriving at the station 20 minutes before the scheduled departure time of your train.
When taking Eurostar trains to and from London, please note that:
If you are travelling between Belgium, France, the Netherlands, and Germany:
