When going by a train from Paris to Düsseldorf (Thalys), can I hop off in Köln and then hop on again?

When going by a train from Paris to Düsseldorf (Thalys), can I hop off in Köln and then hop on again? - White Horse on Green Grass Field

I am buying a train ticket from Paris to Düsseldorf (Thalys). Can I hop off in Köln to spend sometime and then hop on an RE (regional train) on the same day (within half of a day)? Or do I have to buy a separate tickets? I know I cannot board the Thalys again, because it requires a seat reservation.



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You will need a separate ticket for the RE. Thalys and Deutsche Bahn (German Railways) are different companies and you cannot use a Thalys ticket for RE.




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What is the difference between first and second class on Thalys?

The one major difference between first and second class is meal service at your seat. Not all first class reservations offer a meal service, yet it can be expected on premier operators such as Eurostar, Thalys, and Lyria.

What is the difference between Eurostar and Thalys?

Thalys currently runs high-speed routes between France, the Netherlands, Germany and Belgium while Eurostar runs services through the Channel Tunnel from London to Paris Brussels and Amsterdam. Both companies are majority-owned by French train company SNCF.

What is the difference between TGV and Thalys?

Thalys vs TGV The word TGV is an acronym that stands for high speed train in French language and has been an inspiration for all other European countries. Thalys is a type of TGV that operates on the route between Paris, Brussels, Amsterdam, Koln, and a few other destinations.

How early should I arrive for a Thalys train?

For stress-free boarding, we recommend that you arrive in the station 20 minutes before the scheduled departure time of your train so that any security checks can be carried out calmly and efficiently.



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