The average train between Cologne and Alba takes 15h 41m and the fastest train takes 11h 13m. The train service runs several times per day from Cologne to Alba. 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 3 times a day between Cologne and Alba. The earliest departure is at 6:39 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cologne is at 4:43 PM which arrives into Alba at 2:53 PM. All services require a transfer at Paris Nord and take an average of 15h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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22h 10m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Cologne to Alba? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Alba. However, there are services departing from Cologne station and arriving at Alba station via Paris Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 41m.
Cologne to Alba train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Köln Hbf station.
Cologne to Alba train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Alba station.
Book your Cologne to Alba train tickets online with Eurostar, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Cologne and Alba is 697.8 km. The road distance is 1,314 km.
You can take a train from Köln Hbf to Alba via Paris Nord, Paris Gare De Lyon, and Torino Porta Susa in around 12h 9m.