- Distance: 488.8 km
- Duration: 3h 53m
The average train between Basel and Köln Hbf takes 3h 53m and the fastest train takes 3h 40m. The train service runs several times per day from Basel to Köln Hbf. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Basel and Köln Hbf. The earliest departure is at 5:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Basel is at 11:27 PM which arrives into Köln Hbf at 5:44 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 3h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Basel station and arriving at Köln Hbf station. Services depart every 4 hours, and operate 3 times a day. The journey takes approximately 3h 53m.
Basel to Köln Hbf train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Basel Bad Bf station.
Basel to Köln Hbf train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Köln Hbf station.
Book your Basel to Köln Hbf train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Basel and Köln Hbf is 379 km. The road distance is 489 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Basel Bad Bf to Köln Hbf every 4 hours. Tickets cost €90–180 and the journey takes 3h 40m. Two other operators also service this route.
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